Pantai Harapanjaya, Muara Gembong, Bekasi Regency

Pantai Harapanjaya is a desa (village) located within the Muara Gembong subdistrict of Bekasi Regency, West Java, Indonesia. Its name, which includes 'pantai' (beach), reflects its coastal location. It is one of six villages in the Muara Gembong district, all of which are situated on the coast, with the exception of Jayasakti.

Key Highlights

  • Pantai Harapanjaya is one of six villages in the Muara Gembong district.
  • The village's name, 'Pantai Harapanjaya,' signifies its coastal location.
  • The Muara Gembong district, where Pantai Harapanjaya is located, covers an area of 160.54 km².
  • As of mid-2023, the estimated population of Muara Gembong district was 43,722.
  • Pantai Harapanjaya has experienced coastal accretion, with a peak accretion rate of 52.13 m/year.
  • The primary occupation for many residents in Muara Gembong, including those in Pantai Harapanjaya, is embankment farming, with products sold to areas like Jakarta.

Location & Connectivity

Pantai Harapanjaya is located in the northern part of Bekasi Regency, within the Muara Gembong subdistrict. Road infrastructure connects Pantai Harapanjaya to other areas, with recent improvements noted for roads linking Pantai Harapanjaya and Desa Jaya Sakti. The district is situated on the Bay of Jakarta and includes the delta of the Citarum River. Accessibility to Muara Gembong, the subdistrict encompassing Pantai Harapanjaya, can be achieved via the Purbaleunyi Highway when traveling from Bandung City.

Relevance

Pantai Harapanjaya, as part of Muara Gembong, is a coastal area in West Java known for its mangrove ecosystems. These mangroves play a crucial role as a natural protective belt against abrasion and the impacts of climate change. The region also has potential for aquaculture, particularly for seaweed and milkfish cultivation. Efforts are ongoing to preserve and restore the mangrove forests in Muara Gembong due to past land conversion for tambak (ponds) and other uses.

Nearby

Pantai Harapanjaya is one of several coastal villages within the Muara Gembong subdistrict, alongside Jayasakti, Pantai Sederhana, Pantai Bahagia, Pantai Bakti, and Pantai Mekar. Nearby attractions include Muara Gembong Beach, Muara Beting Beach, and a protected mangrove forest.

Data Table

CategoryData Point
Subdistrict (Kecamatan)Muara Gembong
Regency (Kabupaten)Bekasi Regency
ProvinceWest Java
CountryIndonesia
Area of Muara Gembong Subdistrict160.54 km²
Population of Muara Gembong Subdistrict (mid-2023 estimate)43,722
Kelurahans/Desas in Muara GembongJayasakti, Pantai Bahagia, Pantai Bakti, Pantai Harapanjaya, Pantai Mekar, Pantai Sederhana
Coastal Accretion Rate (Pantai Harapanjaya)Peak 52.13 m/year
Nearby Facilities and Services - Pantai Harapanjaya
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