Padasuka – village in Sukarame District near Tasikmalaya
Padasuka is an Indonesian settlement located in Kecamatan Sukarame (District Sukarame) in Tasikmalaya City, West Java (Jawa Barat). Based on its coordinates (-7.3769874, 108.165103), it lies in the southern part of Java Island, in the eastern zone of the Priangan Plateau. The settlement is situated within the administrative territory of Kota Tasikmalaya, forming part of the urban agglomeration. Tasikmalaya City, also known as the Pearl of East Priangan, is a significant regional center located along the southern main road of Java between Bandung and Surabaya.
General overview
Padasuka does not have its own Wikipedia entry, which means that direct, source-verified information about the settlement is limited. Administratively, it forms part of Kecamatan Sukarame, which falls under the authority of Kota Tasikmalaya. Tasikmalaya City itself is a medium-sized Indonesian urban center: as of mid-2024, the city had a total population of 761,080 residents, with a population density of approximately 4,400 people per square kilometer – these figures are sourced from the Kota Tasikmalaya article on id.wikipedia.org. This density indicates that areas within the Tasikmalaya agglomeration, including those within Sukarame District, form a relatively compact, inhabited environment. Padasuka itself is likely an urban or semi-urban kelurahan (city ward/village) whose daily life is organically connected to Tasikmalaya's broader urban structure. Sukarame District, of which Padasuka is a part, does not possess an individually discussed character in available sources, so the settlement can be identified more generally as part of the Tasikmalayan urban zone. Living conditions here – access to markets, transportation, education, and healthcare – are determined by the infrastructure of Kota Tasikmalaya.
Real estate and investment
Direct, source-verified data regarding Padasuka's real estate market is not available. In broader context, Kota Tasikmalaya is a growing urban center in West Java, whose urbanization dynamics affect the entire administrative area, including settlements in Sukarame District. Tasikmalaya is one of the region's economic and commercial hubs, which typically generates moderate real estate demand in zones near the city. Jawa Barat Province as a whole is one of Indonesia's most densely populated and fastest-developing provinces, contributing to real estate market activity; however, in less central and lesser-known quarters of Javanese cities, prices typically remain lower than in major tourist destinations or metropolitan areas. It is important for foreign investors to note that land acquisition in Indonesia is regulated by the Basic Agrarian Law (Undang-Undang Pokok Agraria): as a general rule, foreigners cannot acquire property with full ownership rights (Hak Milik) but may only proceed on the basis of Hak Pakai (usage rights) or Hak Sewa (lease rights), or through a nominal local owner (nominee), though this latter option carries legal risks. Before any concrete investment decision, it is advisable to consult with local legal and real estate experts.
Safety and security
Specific local-level statistics or analysis regarding public security in Padasuka are not available in the sources used. Generally speaking, Tasikmalaya, as a medium-sized Indonesian urban center, exhibits the public security profile typical of cities in the West Java region: serious violent crimes are relatively rare; however, in crowded urban environments, petty property crimes such as pickpocketing or motorcycle theft may occur – phenomena well known in many Indonesian cities. This general regional context does not necessarily imply direct reference to conditions within Padasuka, which may differ from the urban average. When assessing public safety, it is worth taking into account the activities of the local police (Polres Tasikmalaya Kota), which covers the entire territory of Kota Tasikmalaya, including Sukarame District. For more detailed, up-to-date security information, local authorities or reliable travel advisors may serve as more accurate sources.
Tourist attractions
Available source material does not contain specific, named tourist attractions regarding Padasuka and Sukarame District. Kota Tasikmalaya more broadly, however, does possess regional characteristics: the city is marked by Sundanese cultural traditions, handicraft products – including hand-woven items and bamboo-made objects – which connect to the cultural heritage of the East Priangan region. Within the city and its immediate surrounding area are found mosque complexes, local markets, and minor natural features arising from the topography of the Priangan Plateau; however, none of these can be explicitly linked to Padasuka on a source-verified basis. Those visiting the region can explore available cultural and natural values by starting from Tasikmalaya's urban core, which are easily accessible from the heart of Sukarame District.
Summary
Padasuka is a settlement within Kota Tasikmalaya, belonging to Sukarame District in West Java, regarding which no independent, detailed source material is available. Its everyday characteristics are determined by Tasikmalaya City – the administrative and commercial center of the East Priangan region with nearly 761,000 inhabitants. Whether one approaches this settlement from the perspective of residence, investment, or travel, it is advisable to involve specialists with local knowledge before making substantive decisions, since publicly available data regarding the village remains limited.
