Pulau Pulon

Pulau Pulon
0.513 km²
Coastline: 3.175 km
Landform: Plains
41 / km²
UTC+07:00
Tree Cover: 76%
Deciduous Broadleaf Forest

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

Geography and size of Pulau Pulon

Size: 0.513 km²
Coastline: 3.2 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: South China Sea
Continent: Asia

Pulau Pulon is a Tiny Island spanning 0.513 km² with a coastline of 3.2 km.

Archipel: Greater Sunda Islands – A group of large islands in Southeast Asia, including Borneo, Sumatra, Java, and Sulawesi, known for their rich biodiversity and cultural diversity.

Tectonic Plate: Sunda – Extends across Southeast Asia, encompassing parts of the Sunda Shelf, known for its interaction with the Australian Plate, contributing to volcanic activity in Indonesia.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -0.15452677 / Longitude: 104.45177932

Climate and weather of Pulau Pulon

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 Pulon

Timezone: UTC+07:00
Timezone places: Asia/Jakarta
Max. Elevation: 30 m
Mean Elevation: 12 m
Vegetation: Deciduous Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 76%

The mean elevation is 12 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 30 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 Broadleaf Forest
Composed of broadleaf trees that shed their leaves seasonally. These forests are commonly found in temperate zones and experience distinct seasonal changes. Pulau Pulon has a tree cover of 76 %.

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 Pulon

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Pulau Pulon. The nearest airport is Raja Haji Fisabilillah International Airport, located 120 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Pulau Pulon. The closest major port is DABO, approximately 40 km away.

The mean population of Pulau Pulon is 41 per km². Pulau Pulon is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Indonesia.

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

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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 Pulon

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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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