Central Tapanuli

Central Tapanuli extends over 2,194 square kilometers along the western coast of Sumatra, encompassing both mainland territories and offshore islands including Mursala.

The region established its administrative independence through territorial divisions of North Sumatra province, with Pandan designated as its governing center.

The population of 386,895 residents maintains strong connections to Batak traditions, languages, and customs, forming the social foundation of the community.

The regency contains twenty distinct districts, including Sorkam, Barus, and Pandan, connected through a network of coastal and inland transportation routes.

Mursala Island contains a natural formation where fresh water cascades directly from a waterfall into the Indian Ocean waters.

Location: North Sumatra

Capital city: Pandan

Elevation above the sea: 77 m

Shares border with: Aceh Singkil, Pakpak Bharat, Humbang Hasundutan, North Tapanuli, South Tapanuli, Sibolga

Website: http://tapteng.go.id

GPS coordinates: 1.90000,98.66667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:28