Pulay Selangan

Welcome to Pulay Selangan, a Tropical island in the Celebes Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Pulay Selangan 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 Pulay Selangan

Size: 1.601 km²
Coastline: 5 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Celebes Sea
Continent: Asia

Pulay Selangan is a Small Island spanning 1.6 km² with a coastline of 5 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: Africa – One of the world’s largest tectonic plates, covering the African continent and parts of the surrounding oceans, known for its stability with some active rift zones.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 4.57303382 / Longitude: 118.50171509

Climate and weather of Pulay Selangan

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 Pulay Selangan

Timezone: UTC+08:00
Timezone places: Australia/Perth
Max. Elevation: 7 m
Mean Elevation: 4 m
Vegetation: Mangrove Forest
Tree Coverage: 88%

The mean elevation is 4 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 7 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: Mangrove Forest
Found in coastal areas and river deltas, these unique wetland ecosystems are adapted to saline conditions and are crucial for coastal protection and biodiversity. Pulay Selangan has a tree cover of 88 %.

Vegetation: 5 vegetation zones – Highly Diverse Island
With five different vegetation zones, these islands offer a rich tapestry of ecosystems. The variety could include dense forests, open meadows, wetlands, coastal zones, and more. This level of diversity supports an intricate web of life, with each zone playing a vital role in the overall ecological health and balance of the island.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Pulay Selangan

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Pulay Selangan. The nearest airport is Tawau Airport, located 49 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Pulay Selangan. The closest major port is MOSTYN, approximately 30 km away.

The mean population of Pulay Selangan is 159 per km². Pulay Selangan is Moderately Inhabited. The island belongs to Malaysia.

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

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Malaysia is classified as Developing region: Regions characterized by lower income levels, with economies in the process of industrialization and modernization. The level of income is Upper middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Pulay Selangan

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Pulay Selangan. 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.