Kuantan Singingi

Kuantan Singingi is an administrative regency in Riau Province, Indonesia, spanning diverse landscapes across fifteen districts. The territory features relatively flat terrain interspersed with rural communities and agricultural areas throughout its different areas.

The regency was established in October 1999 after separating from Kampar Regency to form its own administrative entity. Koto Taluk was designated as its administrative center following this division.

The population consists of Malays, Minangkabau, and Indigenous groups who keep their traditions alive through local celebrations and customs. These different communities shape the daily rhythm and identity of the region.

The regency is connected to other major cities in Riau through established road networks that make travel relatively straightforward. The dry season offers better travel conditions if you plan to explore the different districts and communities.

The regency is divided into around two hundred small villages, with one district containing a notably higher concentration than others. This fragmented settlement pattern reflects how the population is widely dispersed across the landscape.

Location: Riau

Inception: October 4, 1999

Capital city: Koto Taluk

Elevation above the sea: 145 m

Reference: 14.09

Shares border with: Kampar, Pelalawan, Indragiri Hulu, Tebo, Dharmasraya, Sijunjung

Website: http://kuansing.go.id

GPS coordinates: -0.47532,101.45857

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:39