Asia Gently Populated Pacific Ocean Plains South China Sea Tiny Island Tropical

Pulau Timau

Asia Gently Populated Pacific Ocean Plains South China Sea Tiny Island Tropical

Pulau Timau, Indonesia

Added on 7 January 2024

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0.139 km²

Coastline: 1.659 km

Landform: Plains

32 / km²

UTC+07:00

Tree Cover: 68%

Evergreen Broadleaf Forest

Indonesia

Closest neighboring island: Pulau Midai

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

Geography and Size: Explore the island’s size and location.
Climate and Weather: Weather patterns and temperature.
Topography and Nature: Uncover the natural wonders of the island.
Infrastructure and Travelling: Insights on reaching, staying, and making the most of your visit.
News and Headlines: Latest News.

Geography and size of Pulau Timau

Size: 0.139 km²
Coastline: 1.7 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: South China Sea
Continent: Asia

Pulau Timau is a Tiny Island spanning 0.139 km² with a coastline of 1.7 km.

Archipel: –

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: 3.29957365 / Longitude: 107.55419597

Climate and weather of Pulau Timau

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 Timau

Timezone: UTC+07:00
Timezone places: Asia/Jakarta
Max. Elevation: -1 m
Mean Elevation: -4 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 68%

The mean elevation is -4 m. Remarkably, this unique island barely emerges above the sea level, showcasing nature’s fascinating interplay with the ocean. 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: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Characterized by dense, lush canopies of broadleaf trees that retain their leaves year-round. These forests are typically found in tropical and subtropical regions and are known for their high biodiversity. Pulau Timau has a tree cover of 68 %.

Vegetation: 1 vegetation zones – Minimal Diversity Island
These islands exhibit the most basic level of ecological diversity, often characterized by a single dominant vegetation type. This could be due to extreme environmental conditions, limited land area, or significant human impact. They represent unique ecosystems where specific species have adapted to thrive in these singular environments.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Pulau Timau

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Pulau Timau. The nearest airport is Ranai-Natuna Airport, located 115 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Pulau Timau. The closest major port is UDANG OILFIELD, approximately 144 km away.

The mean population of Pulau Timau is 33 per km². Pulau Timau is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Indonesia.

Continuing your journey, Pulau Midai 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 Timau

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Pulau Timau. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.

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.

Pulau Timau

Geography and size of Pulau Timau

Climate and weather of Pulau Timau

Topography and nature of Pulau Timau

Infrastructure and Travelling to Pulau Timau

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Pulau Timau

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