Tanah Laut

Tanah Laut is an administrative regency in South Kalimantan stretching along the Java Sea with flat plains, hills, and coastal zones throughout its territory. Pelaihari serves as the regional center, with eleven administrative districts organizing the area.

The regency was established on December 2, 1965, through Law Number 8, creating a second-level administrative division within South Kalimantan province. This legal formation defined its boundaries and governance structure as an independent territorial unit.

Banjarese people form the main population group and speak their local language alongside Indonesian in daily life. These linguistic traditions shape how communities interact and celebrate their heritage through local customs.

The regency is organized into eleven administrative districts, each with healthcare facilities including hospitals and medical centers available to residents. Visitors should note that services are distributed across these districts rather than concentrated in one location.

The local economy relies heavily on corn farming and fishing from coastal waters, which sustain many residents and shape economic life. These two sectors form the backbone of livelihood for families throughout the region.

Location: South Kalimantan

Capital city: Pelaihari

Elevation above the sea: 101 m

Shares border with: Tanah Bumbu, Banjar, Banjarbaru

Website: http://tanahlautkab.go.id

GPS coordinates: -3.79974,114.78259

Latest update: December 22, 2025 13:12