Pelalawan

Pelalawan is an administrative region in Riau that spans across eastern Sumatra with twelve districts, combining urban centers and rural settlements. The territory includes several islands and is connected by a network of roads radiating from the administrative center.

The region was established in 1999 when the former Kampar region was divided, with roughly 43 percent allocated to create this new administrative entity. This division created an independent administrative structure with its own governance.

The Petalangan community shapes daily life across the settlements through traditional practices and local crafts. You can see these customs reflected in how homes are built and how people gather in village markets.

The administrative center of Pangkalan Kerinci serves as the main hub for reaching the twelve districts and accessing services. Travel is easiest during the dry season when roads are in better condition for getting around.

The Kampar River divides the territory into two distinct sections and creates a unique geographic arrangement. Visitors often overlook how several islands within these water boundaries shape daily routines and movement patterns.

Location: Riau

Inception: October 4, 1999

Capital city: Pangkalan Kerinci

Elevation above the sea: 36 m

Shares border with: Meranti Islands, Siak, Pekanbaru, Kampar, Kuantan Singingi, Indragiri Hulu, Indragiri Hilir

Website: http://pelalawankab.go.id

GPS coordinates: 0.20822,102.18607

Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:05