Kedungwaringin, Bekasi Regency

Kedungwaringin is an administrative subdistrict (kecamatan) located within Bekasi Regency, West Java, Indonesia. It was established on January 11, 1992, as a result of a split from the eastern parts of the Cikarang and Lemahabang (now East Cikarang) districts. The subdistrict serves as a key administrative and residential area within the larger Bekasi Regency.

Key Highlights

  • Kedungwaringin covers a total area of 28.28 km².
  • As of mid-2023, the subdistrict had an estimated population of 76,652.
  • The population density of Kedungwaringin is approximately 2,700 inhabitants per km².
  • The administrative center of Kedungwaringin is located in the town of Kedungwaringin.
  • The subdistrict is divided into seven villages (desa).
  • The primary ethnic group in Kedungwaringin is the Sundanese.

Location & Connectivity

Kedungwaringin is situated in Bekasi Regency, West Java. The Bekasi Regency is bordered by Jakarta Special Region and Bekasi City to the west, Bogor Regency to the south, Karawang Regency to the east, and the Java Sea to the north. Public transit options are available in Bekasi, including bus and train services. Road infrastructure, such as the Jalan Lingkar (Ring Road) in Desa Kedungwaringin, has undergone reconstruction to improve mobility and support local economic activities.

Facilities

Kedungwaringin is equipped with educational and healthcare facilities. The subdistrict has formal and non-formal education institutions, including 1 public kindergarten, 26 public elementary schools, 2 public junior high schools, and 1 public senior high school, along with various private schools. Healthcare infrastructure includes 1 hospital, 2 maternity hospitals, 15 polyclinics/treatment centers, 2 community health centers (puskesmas), 5 doctor's practices, 12 midwife practices, 51 Posyandu (integrated health service posts), 1 pharmacy, and 3 drugstores/traditional medicine shops.

Relevance

Kedungwaringin plays a role in the urban development of Bekasi Regency, contributing to its residential and administrative landscape. The ongoing improvements in road infrastructure aim to enhance accessibility and support the local economy, particularly for agricultural activities. Bekasi Regency, where Kedungwaringin is located, is designated for the development of industrial and agricultural areas, aligning with West Java's spatial planning for environmentally friendly industries.

Nearby

Kedungwaringin is part of the Bekasi Regency, which is a highly urbanized area largely suburban to Jakarta. Surrounding districts in Bekasi Regency include Cikarang and Lemahabang (now East Cikarang), from which Kedungwaringin was formed. The regency seat of Bekasi Regency is in Central Cikarang.

Data Table

StatisticValueYear/Estimate
Total Area28.28 km²
Total Population76,652Mid-2023 Estimate
Population Density2,700/km²Mid-2023 Estimate
Number of Villages (Desa)7
Nearby Facilities and Services - Kedungwaringin
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