Puncak Regency, Administrative regency in Central Papua, Indonesia.
Puncak Regency is an administrative regency in the highlands of Central Papua that spans across mountainous terrain. The region covers high-altitude areas above 2,000 meters and is organized into 25 districts containing scattered settlements of various sizes.
The administrative region was established in 2008 when several districts separated from Puncak Jaya Regency. This separation created an independent governmental structure for the highland area.
The inhabitants maintain Papua traditions and speak several local languages alongside Indonesian in their daily life. This linguistic diversity shapes how people in the mountain settlements communicate with each other.
The administrative center of Ilaga connects the 25 districts through a network of roads serving mountain settlements. High altitude and mountain terrain affect accessibility and travel conditions throughout the region.
The regional motto 'Emnamol Lambunik Kuatopri' reflects the local vision and means 'With Love Build the Top'. This phrase shows how the community views its development through personal commitment.
Location: Central Papua
Capital city: Ilaga
Elevation above the sea: 2,066 m
Shares border with: Mimika Regency, Paniai Regency, Wolani jaya Regency, Waropen Regency, Mamberamo Raya Regency, Puncak Jaya Regency, Lanny Jaya Regency
GPS coordinates: -4.14204,137.09702
Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:42
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