Detubinga – small village-level settlement in the central area of Kabupaten Sikka
Detubinga is a village-level settlement that belongs to the Kecamatan Tana Wawo administrative district, within Kabupaten Sikka regency, in Nusa Tenggara Timur (East Nusa Tenggara) province, Indonesia. Geographically, it is located on Flores island, which forms part of the Bali and Lesser Sunda Islands macroregion. Based on its coordinates (approximately 8.74°S, 121.99°E), the settlement is situated in the hilly and mountainous interior areas of Flores, relatively close to Maumere, the kabupaten's capital, but inland toward the continental regions. Regarding Detubinga specifically, detailed statistical or encyclopedic data is not currently available; the following information is based on verifiable knowledge of Kabupaten Sikka and the broader region, with clear indication when information is not settlement-level.
General overview
Direct data about Detubinga – such as population figures or built-up area extent – are not currently known from publicly available sources. The settlement belongs to Kecamatan Tana Wawo, which is located in the interior, mountainous terrain of Kabupaten Sikka. Regarding Kabupaten Sikka as a whole, according to 2020 data from Badan Pusat Statistik, the regency's total population was 321,953 inhabitants, rising to approximately 340,916 by mid-2024, with a population density around 186 persons/km². The regency's capital is Maumere, which is also the region's most important urban and commercial center. Districts similar to Kecamatan Tana Wawo, located in the interior areas of Flores island, typically consist of small villages engaged in agricultural activities – mainly rice, corn, and fruit cultivation – where livelihoods are largely based on local subsistence farming. Such villages in Flores characteristically possess strong community structures, traditional Catholic religious life, and local customary law systems, as the inhabitants of Flores island have historically constituted one of the most important centers of Catholicism in Indonesia.
Real estate and investment
Concrete, publicly available data on Detubinga's real estate market is not known. Regarding Kabupaten Sikka as a whole and the general dynamics of the interior areas of Flores island, real estate development and investment activity lag considerably behind the level of popular tourist destinations – such as Bali or Labuan Bajo (Kabupaten Manggarai Barat). In interior, rural areas, real estate transactions typically occur within local, community frameworks, with low levels of land prices and turnover. Maumere, the regency's capital, has a more substantial commercial and residential real estate market, as it concentrates commercial, educational, and health care functions. Generally applicable regulations in Indonesia stipulate that foreign nationals cannot acquire full ownership rights (Hak Milik) over land; the legal titles available to them include forms tied to longer-term leases (such as Hak Pakai, Hak Sewa). This regulatory framework applies to Kabupaten Sikka territory as well, and is particularly relevant for those considering real estate acquisition in the region as non-Indonesian nationals.
Safety and security
Settlement-level statistical or law enforcement data regarding Detubinga's public safety is not available in publicly accessible sources. Nusa Tenggara Timur province, and Kabupaten Sikka within it, can generally be counted among moderately developed, rural Indonesian areas, where public safety in smaller, rural communities is typically stable, with local community ties and customary legal norms playing a decisive role. Flores island does not appear among areas specifically monitored by Indonesian authorities as high-crime regions. However, it is worth noting that certain parts of Nusa Tenggara Timur province are periodically affected by natural hazards – such as earthquakes and volcanic activity present in the region – which may impact daily safety and transportation. Travelers and those planning extended stays are advised to obtain information about local conditions from current Indonesian official sources and reliable travel information services.
Tourist attractions
No named tourist attractions specifically associated with Detubinga's built-up area are identifiable in available sources. The broader surroundings – that is, Kabupaten Sikka and the central-eastern part of Flores island – do, however, possess several known and verifiable attractions. Maumere, the regency's capital, is known for its waterfront overlooking the Flores Sea, diving opportunities, and surrounding coral reefs. On Flores island more broadly, the Kelimutu volcano with its three-colored crater lakes is famous, located in the neighboring Kabupaten Ende territory, and represents one of the island's most visited natural attractions. For Detubinga, situated in or near Kecamatan Tana Wawo territory, the mountainous landscape and traditional village culture may offer a compelling framework for those wishing to become acquainted with Flores's interior areas in an authentic manner; however, available source material does not name specific documented attractions from this area.
Summary
Detubinga is a small, rural settlement in Kecamatan Tana Wawo, Kabupaten Sikka, in the interior areas of Flores island. Detailed settlement-level data are not publicly available; the broader context is provided by the general characteristics of Kabupaten Sikka and Nusa Tenggara Timur province. The region has an agricultural character, with relatively low tourist and real estate market activity, while the broader Flores environment is rich in natural and cultural heritage. Those requiring detailed, current information on Detubinga should consult the official administrative sources of Kabupaten Sikka or local contacts.
