Karakelang
Island in Indonesia
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Karakelang is the main island of the Talaud Islands north east of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Its area is 846 km2 (327 sq mi). It has a population of 51,506 at the 2010 Census[1] and 59,920 at the 2020 Census;[2] the official estimate as at mid 2024 was 62,900.[3] Its largest town is Melonguane on the west coast, which serves as the administrative centre for the Talaud Islands Regency.
LocationSouth East Asia
Coordinates4°15′32″N 126°48′00″E
ArchipelagoTalaud Islands
Area846 km2 (327 sq mi)
  Karakelang | |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Location | South East Asia |
| Coordinates | 4°15′32″N 126°48′00″E |
| Archipelago | Talaud Islands |
| Area | 846 km2 (327 sq mi) |
| Administration | |
Indonesia | |
| Province | North Sulawesi |
| Largest settlement | Melonguane |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 62,900 (mid 2024 estimate) |
| Pop. density | 74.35/km2 (192.57/sq mi) |
