Pulau Liku

Pulau Liku
0.466 km²
Coastline: 2.823 km
Landform: Plains
47 / km²
UTC+09:00
Tree Cover: 74%
Deciduous Needleleaf Forest

Welcome to Pulau Liku, a Tropical island in the Molukka Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Pulau Liku unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Pulau Liku

Size: 0.466 km²
Coastline: 2.8 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Molukka Sea
Continent: Asia

Pulau Liku is a Tiny Island spanning 0.466 km² with a coastline of 2.8 km.

Archipel: Malay Archipelago – The world’s largest archipelago, located between mainland Southeast Asia and Australia, known for its immense biodiversity and cultural diversity.

Tectonic Plate: Molucca Sea – A small tectonic plate in the Molucca Sea in Indonesia, characterized by complex interactions with the surrounding Pacific, Eurasian, and Australian plates. Known for seismic activity and the formation of volcanic arcs.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -1.7710198 / Longitude: 125.42003639

Climate and weather of Pulau Liku

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Rainforest Climate
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: This climate is typified by heavy rainfall throughout the year, high humidity, and consistently high temperatures, leading to lush rainforests and rich biodiversity. Seasonal temperature variations are minimal.

Topography and nature of Pulau Liku

Timezone: UTC+09:00
Timezone places: Asia/Tokyo
Max. Elevation: 2 m
Mean Elevation: 1 m
Vegetation: Deciduous Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 74%

The mean elevation is 1 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 2 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.

Dominating Vegetation: Deciduous Needleleaf Forest
Consists of needleleaf trees that shed their needles annually. This type of forest is less common and can be found in certain cold, northern regions. Pulau Liku has a tree cover of 74 %.

Vegetation: 2 vegetation zones – Low Diversity Island
Islands with two distinct vegetation zones offer slightly more ecological variety. These zones could be due to differences in elevation, moisture, or other environmental factors. While still limited in biodiversity, these islands may offer a contrast between the two zones, such as a coastline with mangroves and an inland area with grassland.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Pulau Liku

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Pulau Liku. The nearest airport is Sultan Babullah Airport, located 362 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Pulau Liku. The closest major port is NAMLEA, approximately 249 km away.

The mean population of Pulau Liku is 47 per km². Pulau Liku is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Indonesia.

Continuing your journey, Mangole is the next notable island, situated merely km away.


Indonesia is classified as Emerging region: MIKT: Mexico, Indonesia, South Korea, and Turkey – Economies recognized for their development potential and emerging market status. The level of income is Lower middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Pulau Liku

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Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.

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