Karakelong

Karakelong is the main island of the Talaud Islands north east of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Its area is 846 km2 (327 sq mi). It has a population of 51,506 at the 2010 Census;[1] the latest official estimate (as at 2018) is 58,459.[2] Its largest town is Melonguane on the west coast, which serves as the administrative centre for the Talaud Islands Regency.

Karakelong
Karakelong
Geography
LocationSouth East Asia
Coordinates4°15′32″N 126°48′00″E
ArchipelagoTalaud Islands
Area846 km2 (327 sq mi)
Administration
Indonesia
ProvinceNorth Sulawesi
Largest settlementMelonguane
Demographics
Population58,459 (2018)
Pop. density69.1/km2 (179/sq mi)

References

  1. Biro Pusat Statistik, Jakarta, 2011.
  2. Badan Pusat Statistik, Jakarta, 2019.


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