North Padang Lawas

North Padang Lawas extends across 3,918 square kilometers of land with mountainous terrain, fertile valleys, and rivers supporting local agriculture.

The regency was established on July 17, 2007, following its separation from South Tapanuli Regency, with Gunung Tua designated as its administrative center.

The population includes multiple Batak clans such as Harahap, Lubis, Siregar, Nasution, Hasibuan, and Daulay, each maintaining their traditional practices.

The region contains twelve administrative districts with 386 rural villages and two urban areas, connected through a network of roads to major cities.

Archaeological sites spread across 1,500 square kilometers contain Hindu-Buddhist structures and temples, including the preserved Bahal I temple in Portibi district.

Location: North Sumatra

Capital city: Gunung Tua

Elevation above the sea: 66 m

Shares border with: South Labuhanbatu, Labuhanbatu, North Labuhanbatu, South Tapanuli, Padang Lawas, Rokan Hulu, Rokan Hilir

GPS coordinates: 1.46011,99.67346

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:15