Daieko – a small settlement in Hawu Mehara district, Sabu Raijua Kabupaten
Daieko is located in the East Nusa Tenggara (Nusa Tenggara Timur) province of Indonesia, in Sabu Raijua Kabupaten, within Hawu Mehara Kecamatan. Based on its coordinates (approximately 10.56°S, 121.76°E), it is situated on the eastern part of Sabu Island, within the macroregion of the Lesser Sunda Islands. Sabu Raijua Kabupaten was established in 2008 as an independent administrative unit, and Daieko is among the smaller settlements of this newly organized area. Direct, publicly available statistical or descriptive data specific solely to this settlement are not known from accessible sources, so the following characterization relies primarily on the context of the regency and the broader region.
General overview
Daieko is a relatively little-known settlement for which independent, detailed documentation is not available. Based on its belonging to Hawu Mehara Kecamatan, it is located in one of the less urbanized districts of Sabu Island. Regarding Sabu Raijua Kabupaten as a whole, the region had a population of approximately 94,860 by the end of 2024, indicating extremely low population density in terms of the island region. The kabupaten gained independent status on October 29, 2008, when the Minister of Internal Affairs Mardiyanto officially announced its establishment through separation from Kupang Kabupaten, based on Law No. 52 of 2008. This means that Sabu Raijua was created as the 21st kabupaten of East Nusa Tenggara province and has a relatively short history of independent administration. Daieko, as one of the kabupaten's rural-level units, presumably has a local economy based on agricultural and fishing activities, which stems from the general character of the island, though verifiable, settlement-level sources on this are not available.
Real estate and investment
No publicly available, verifiable data exist regarding Daieko's real estate market. Regarding Sabu Raijua Kabupaten as a whole, it can be stated that the region is among Indonesia's less developed and less frequently visited islands, which typically results in lower real estate prices and limited investment infrastructure in the broader regional context. Under the general framework of Indonesian law, foreign nationals cannot acquire direct land ownership in Indonesia but may engage in real estate use under specific titles (for example, Hak Pakai, or use rights). No credible data are known regarding local development projects or foreign investment activity in this part of the kabupaten, therefore thorough on-site and legal examination is necessary before any investment decisions are made.
Safety and security
Detailed, independent statistics regarding Daieko's public safety situation are not available. The island and rural areas of Sabu Raijua Kabupaten and generally of East Nusa Tenggara province typically consist of low-density villages built on close community ties, which carries characteristics typical of public safety in small communities. Compared to larger Indonesian cities, island rural districts generally have lower risk associated with organized crime, though infrastructural deficiencies and limited accessibility of emergency services are considerations. These statements, however, pertain to the general characteristics of the region and do not exclusively refer to Daieko's specific situation, as verifiable sources on that do not exist.
Tourist attractions
No named tourist attractions can be identified in Daieko's area from available sources. Sabu Raijua Kabupaten as a whole belongs to the less explored part of the Lesser Sunda Islands in terms of natural and cultural aspects. Sabu Island generally is known in the region for its pristine coastlines, distinctive local weaving traditions (ikat textiles), and unique Sabu culture, however these characteristics cannot be directly traced to Daieko based on verifiable sources. Regarding possible attractions in other parts of Hawu Mehara district and the kabupaten, public documentation is not available to which one could refer. For those planning to visit the region, it is worthwhile to consider Sabu Raijua Kabupaten as a unit and its accessibility options — primarily through the district capital area of Sabun Besar Timur — since infrastructural accessibility on Sabu Island is limited.
Summary
Daieko is a small Indonesian settlement located in Hawu Mehara Kecamatan, Sabu Raijua Kabupaten, for which independent, detailed public data are not available. The kabupaten became an independent administrative unit in 2008, and its registered population of nearly 95,000 at the end of 2024 indicates a relatively sparsely inhabited area. Regarding the real estate market, public safety, and tourist infrastructure, the general characteristics of the broader region serve as the guidelines, as specific data regarding Daieko are not publicly known.
