Jabonmekar: A Subdistrict in Bogor Regency

Jabonmekar is a subdistrict located within the Parung district of Bogor Regency, West Java, Indonesia. It is an administrative area that plays a role in the broader urban and demographic landscape of Bogor Regency. Jabonmekar was formed from the expansion of Iwul Village, and its name is derived from a large Jabon tree that once grew along the Parung-Bogor main road.

Key Highlights

  • Jabonmekar is a subdistrict within the Parung district of Bogor Regency, West Java, Indonesia.
  • As of the 2010 Census, Jabonmekar had a population of 8,858.
  • The area of Jabonmekar is approximately 2.650 km².
  • The population density of Jabonmekar in 2010 was 3,343 people per km².
  • Jabonmekar is part of Bogor Regency, which had a population of 5,427,068 at the 2020 Census and an estimated 5,682,303 by mid-2024.
  • Bogor Regency covers an area of 2,991.78 km².

Location & Connectivity

Jabonmekar is situated in the Parung district of Bogor Regency. It is accessible via the Parung-Bogor main road. Bogor Regency, where Jabonmekar is located, is a landlocked regency in West Java, positioned south of Jakarta.

Relevance

As a subdistrict, Jabonmekar contributes to the administrative and demographic structure of Parung district and Bogor Regency. Bogor Regency itself is a significant area in West Java, often considered a bedroom community for Jakarta due to its proximity. The region has experienced substantial population growth, indicating its developing urban relevance within the province.

Nearby

Jabonmekar is located within the Parung district. Bogor Regency, which encompasses Jabonmekar, is bordered by the province of Banten, the special capital district of Jakarta, and the province of Central Java. The regency seat of Bogor Regency is Cibinong.

Data Table

CategoryData
POI NameJabonmekar
POI Typesubdistrict
RegionWest Java, Indonesia
AddressJabon Mekar, Parung, Bogor Regency, West Java, Indonesia
Area (Jabonmekar, 2010)2.650 km²
Population (Jabonmekar, 2010)8,858
Population Density (Jabonmekar, 2010)3,343/km²
Area (Bogor Regency)2,991.78 km²
Population (Bogor Regency, 2020 Census)5,427,068
Estimated Population (Bogor Regency, mid-2024)5,682,303
Nearby Facilities and Services - Jabonmekar
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