Rotan

Rotan
2.224 km²
Coastline: 5.976 km
Landform: Plains
53 / km²
UTC+07:00
Tree Cover: 92%
Mangrove Forest

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

Geography and size of Rotan

Size: 2.224 km²
Coastline: 6 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Java Sea
Continent: Asia

Rotan is a Small Island spanning 2.2 km² with a coastline of 6 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: -3.21618763 / Longitude: 108.28074347

Climate and weather of Rotan

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 Rotan

Timezone: UTC+07:00
Timezone places: Asia/Jakarta
Max. Elevation: 10 m
Mean Elevation: 7 m
Vegetation: Mangrove Forest
Tree Coverage: 92%

The mean elevation is 7 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 10 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. Rotan has a tree cover of 92 %.

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 Rotan

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Rotan. The nearest airport is H A S Hanandjoeddin International Airport, located 78 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Rotan. The closest major port is TANJUNGPANDAN, approximately 88 km away.

The mean population of Rotan is 53 per km². Rotan is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Indonesia.

Continuing your journey, Belitung 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 Rotan

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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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