North Paser of Penajam

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North Paser of Penajam, Administrative region in East Kalimantan, Indonesia

The regency spans across 3,455 square kilometers of land and sea territory, encompassing four districts: Penajam, Waru, Babulu, and Sepaku.

The territory, formerly part of Paser Regency, gained independent administrative status in 2002 through Indonesian Law Number 7, establishing new regional boundaries.

The region incorporates traditions from multiple ethnic groups, including Banjar, Kutai, Bugis, Dayak Paser communities, who maintain their languages and customs.

The regency contains 109 elementary schools, 42 junior high schools, 13 senior high schools, and one regional hospital supported by ten medical clinics.

The area comprises portions of Indonesia's future capital city development zone, marking a significant transformation in its administrative importance.

Location: East Kalimantan

Inception: 2002

Capital city: Penajam

Elevation above the sea: 30 m

Shares border with: Balikpapan, Kutai Kartanegara, West Kutai, Paser

Website: http://penajamkab.go.id

GPS coordinates: -1.29171,116.51380

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:57

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