The flag of Indonesia is composed of two equal horizontal bands of red and white.

Indonesia

Republic of Indonesia

AsiaSouth-Eastern AsiaIndependentUN Member

Indonesia (officially Republic of Indonesia) is an independent country located in South-Eastern Asia, Asia. With a population of 284,438,782 people, it ranks #4 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 1,904,569 km² (#16 globally), with a population density of 149 people per km². The capital city is Jakarta. The official language is Indonesian.

Key Facts

Population

284,438,782

#4 world ranking

Area

1,904,569 km²

#16 world ranking

Population Density

149/km²

Capital

Jakarta

Driving Side

Left

Timezones

3

UTC+07:00

Continent

Asia

Bordering Countries

3

neighboring countries

Calling Code

+62

Languages

Currency

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Indonesia?
The capital of Indonesia is Jakarta.
What is the population of Indonesia?
Indonesia has a population of 284,438,782 people, ranking #4 in the world by population.
How big is Indonesia?
Indonesia covers an area of 1,904,569 km², ranking #16 in the world by area. The population density is 149 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Indonesia?
The official languages of Indonesia are: Indonesian.
What is the currency of Indonesia?
The currency of Indonesia is Indonesian rupiah (Rp).
What countries border Indonesia?
Indonesia shares borders with 3 countries: Timor-Leste, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea.

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