Raijua Explained

Raijua
Archipelago:Sawu islands
Area Km2:36.08
Country:Indonesia
Population:9,679
Population As Of:mid 2023 estimate [1]
Density Km2:268

Raijua is an island in the Lesser Sunda Islands in Indonesia. Administratively it forms a district (kecamatan) of Sabu Raijua Regency wihin the province of East Nusa Tenggara. Its total land area is 13.9 square miles (36.08 square km),[2] with a population of 9,679 in mid 2023.[3] Raijua is sometimes called The Wedge by surfers because it includes an exposed reef break, making it an ideal surfing location during Indonesia's dry season (May through October).[4]

References

-10.6197°N 121.5733°W

Notes and References

  1. Badan Pusat Statistik, Jakarta, 26 September 2024, Kecamatan Raijua Dalam Angka 2024 (Katalog-BPS 1102001.5320010).
  2. Encyclopedia: Encyclopædia Britannica: Raijua Island. Encyclopædia Britannica. 3 July 2010.
  3. Badan Pusat Statistik, Jakarta, 26 September 2024, Kecamatan Raijua Dalam Angka 2024 (Katalog-BPS 1102001.5320010).
  4. Web site: The Wedge (Raijua) Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Timor, Indonesia). 3 July 2010.