Kedaung – residential settlement in Depok city, southern suburb of Jakarta
Kedaung is a settlement belonging to West Java (Jawa Barat), which administratively falls under Sawangan district (Kecamatan Sawangan) within Kota Depok. Depok is located directly south of Jakarta capital and is the third largest urban center of the Greater Jakarta metropolitan area. Based on Kedaung's coordinates (-6.3719801, 106.748528), it is situated in the southern part of the city, within the Sawangan district, which is primarily a residential area with some green space. Since settlement-level statistical data is not currently available, the following account relies on verified data pertaining to the broader Depok urban framework, with clear indication of where this framework extends.
General overview
Kedaung is a kelurahan (administrative village) level settlement within Kecamatan Sawangan in Kota Depok. Depok itself became an independent city on April 20, 1999, previously forming part of Bogor regency. The city covers an area of approximately 199.91 km², with a population of 1,738,600 according to the 2010 census and 2,056,400 recorded in the 2020 census, with an official estimate for mid-2024 showing 2,163,635 people – comprising 1,088,759 males and 1,074,876 females. Population density thereby approaches 10,823 persons/km². Depok is Indonesia's second most populous suburb-type city after Bekasi and ranks among the world's ten most densely populated suburbs. Kecamatan Sawangan, to which Kedaung belongs, is located in the southern part of Depok and has traditionally had a somewhat quieter, greener character compared to districts closer to the city center, though significant development has occurred here in recent decades due to agglomeration pressure surrounding Jakarta. Kedaung itself primarily serves a residential function, with no particular industrial or tourist prominence, which is a generally characteristic feature of Sawangan district.
Real estate and investment
Settlement-level real estate market data specific to Kedaung cannot be obtained from available sources; therefore, the following reflects the broader context of Depok city as a whole. As part of the Greater Jakarta metropolis, Depok is one of Indonesia's most densely populated suburbs, which maintains sustained demand in the real estate market. The city is dominated by educational and commercial functions, which generate tenant demand among both local workers and students. Sawangan district, where Kedaung is located, due to its distance from the city center and partially preserved green spaces, is more of a site for smaller real estate developments and residential parks rather than major commercial investments – this however refers solely to the general character of the district, not Kedaung-specific data. In Indonesia, land ownership regulation generally restricts opportunities for foreign citizens: full ownership rights (Hak Milik) cannot be acquired by foreign persons; however, long-term usufruct rights (Hak Pakai) or long-term rental constructs are available. Prior to any investment decision, consultation with a local legal advisor is recommended, as Indonesian real estate regulation is complex and subject to change.
Safety and security
Settlement-level public safety statistics specific to Kedaung are not known from available sources. Depok city as a whole forms part of a large, densely populated Indonesian metropolitan agglomeration where – as is generally the case in such areas – public safety presents a varied picture depending on districts and neighborhoods. Sawangan district's residential character and relative distance from the city center generally entail lower traffic and congestion levels, which is not an insignificant factor from a public safety perspective; however, based on our current sources, we cannot provide concrete, verified data specific to Kedaung. The generally applicable recommendation for large Indonesian cities: maintaining everyday precaution and thorough familiarity with local conditions is advised, particularly in densely populated residential areas.
Tourist attractions
No identified, named tourist attraction specific to Kedaung is available from sources. Regarding the broader Depok city and Sawangan district, no verified source data is available that would associate a concrete landmark with this area. Depok is not primarily known as a tourist destination but rather as an educational and commercial city, which fulfills Jakarta's satellite function. Those staying in the region may find verified attractions in neighboring Bogor city – including the Kebun Raya Bogor botanical garden – which is located south of Depok, closer to the highland region. Depok itself plays primarily a transit and residential role along the Jakarta–Bogor axis; therefore, areas offering tourist appeal are best sought in more distant neighboring regions.
Summary
Kedaung is a residential settlement belonging to Kecamatan Sawangan in Kota Depok, West Java, in the southern suburb of Jakarta. Depok is one of Indonesia's most populous and densely populated suburbs, which has undergone significant urbanization over recent decades as a result of agglomeration growth. Kedaung itself lacks a prominent tourist or commercial profile, and from available sources, neither its general characteristics, nor its real estate market, nor the details of its public safety can be identified at settlement level – information on these matters was only possible through description of the broader urban and district context. For orientation within the larger region, more detailed source materials concerning Depok city and nearby Bogor regency can provide a reliable foundation.
