Margajaya: A Subdistrict in Bogor Barat, Bogor City

Margajaya is a kelurahan (urban village) within the Bogor Barat (West Bogor) district of Bogor City, West Java, Indonesia. It was originally part of Ciomas subdistrict and later Dramaga subdistrict, before becoming part of Bogor Barat in 1995 due to regional expansion.

Key Highlights

  • Margajaya is an urban village located in the Bogor Barat district.
  • As of the 2010 Census, Margajaya had a population of 5,369.
  • The population density in Margajaya was 5,316 inhabitants per km² in 2010.
  • Margajaya covers an area of 1.010 km².
  • Bogor Barat district, where Margajaya is located, covers an area of 23.08 km² and had a population of 233,637 in 2020.
  • The official estimate for the population of Bogor Barat as of mid-2023 was 254,629.

Location & Connectivity

Margajaya is situated in Bogor Barat, one of the six administrative districts of Bogor City. Bogor City itself is located approximately 60 kilometers south of Jakarta, the national capital, and about 85 kilometers northwest of Bandung, the administrative center of West Java Province. The city is accessible via various bus routes connecting it to other major cities in Indonesia, including Bandung, Surabaya, and Yogyakarta. Public transportation options within Bogor City include commuter trains connecting Bogor to Jakarta.

Relevance

As a kelurahan within Bogor Barat, Margajaya contributes to the urban fabric and administrative division of Bogor City. The city of Bogor is a significant urban center in West Java, known for its botanical gardens and as a 'Rainy City' due to frequent rainfall. Its proximity to Jakarta makes it a notable part of the greater Jakarta metropolitan area.

Nearby

Margajaya is located within the Bogor Barat district, which is one of the 16 kelurahans in West Bogor. Other nearby notable areas within Bogor City include the Bogor Botanical Gardens and the Bogor Palace, both significant landmarks.

Data Table

CategoryValueUnit
POI Typesubdistrict (kelurahan)
Area (2010)1.010km²
Population (2010)5,369
Population Density (2010)5,316per km²
DistrictBogor Barat
CityBogor City
ProvinceWest Java
CountryIndonesia

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