Majene Regency facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Majene Regency
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| Country | Indonesia | |
| Region | Sulawesi | |
| Province | West Sulawesi | |
| Capital | Majene | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 365.96 sq mi (947.84 km2) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 150,939 | |
| • Density | 412.443/sq mi (159.2452/km2) | |
| Website | http://www.majenekab.go.id/ | |
Majene Regency (which is Kabupaten Majene in Indonesian) is a special area in West Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. It is like a county or district. This regency is found on the big island of Sulawesi. The main town and capital of Majene Regency is called Majene. In 2010, about 150,939 people lived in Majene Regency.
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How Majene Regency is Organized
Majene Regency is divided into eight smaller areas called districts (or kecamatan in Indonesian). Each district helps manage the local area. This helps the government serve the people better.
| Name | Population Census 2010 |
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| Banggae | 37,333 |
| Banggae Timur (East Banggae) |
28,550 |
| Pamboang | 20,800 |
| Sendana | 20,374 |
| Tammerodo | 10,584 |
| Tubo Sendana | 8,214 |
| Malunda | 16,986 |
| Ulumanda | 8,266 |
Culture and Daily Life
Majene Regency is known for its rich culture. People here have many traditions. You can see traditional boats and weaving.
Traditional Boats: Sandeq
The Sandeq is a famous traditional boat from West Sulawesi. These boats are very fast. They are used for fishing and racing. The Sandeq is a symbol of the region's sea culture.
Weaving Traditions
Weaving is an important craft in Majene. Women often use a special machine called a loom. They create beautiful fabrics with unique patterns. These textiles are part of their heritage.
