Oi Katupa – a small rural settlement in eastern Sumbawa, Kabupaten Bima
Oi Katupa is an Indonesian settlement belonging to Kecamatan Tambora and Kabupaten Bima administrative unit in Nusa Tenggara Barat (West Nusa Tenggara) Province. Geographically, it is located on the eastern side of Sumbawa island, within the Bali and Lesser Sunda Islands macroregion. Based on settlement coordinates (-8.1508514, 118.127351), it falls within the broader Tambora Peninsula area, which is one of the geologically and naturally significant areas of the region. Independent statistical or encyclopedic sources specifically on Oi Katupa are currently unavailable; therefore, the description below relies primarily on data at regency and provincial level, as well as kecamatan context, with this distinction clearly indicated throughout.
General overview
Oi Katupa is a small settlement with characteristically rural features, for which independent population or area data is not currently known from public sources. Kecamatan Tambora, to which the village administratively belongs, is known for its proximity to Mount Tambora and the natural environment surrounding it — a determining geographical and cultural factor in the broader area. Kabupaten Bima itself extends across the eastern part of Sumbawa island and maintains close ties with the neighbouring Kota Bima, which functions as an autonomous city of the same name. According to available data on Kota Bima, the city's population was 163,824 inhabitants in mid-2024, with a population density of 694 inhabitants/km² — this demonstrates that the broader Bima region has relatively moderate urbanization levels, and villages such as Oi Katupa represent rather rural, agricultural, or nature-oriented lifestyles. Local Mbojo (Bimanese) culture and language play a determining role in the region's identity, reflected also in the name Dana Mbojo, by which the local Mbojo community refers to the Bima area.
Real estate and investment
No independent, settlement-level real estate market data is publicly available for Oi Katupa. Regarding the broader real estate market of Kabupaten Bima and Nusa Tenggara Barat Province, it can generally be stated that on the Lesser Sunda Islands east of Bali, including Sumbawa, property prices and investment activity operate at substantially lower levels than in the more touristically developed western regions. In rural, smaller villages, real estate turnover is typically limited, and most transactions occur through informal channels. An important general note is that in Indonesia, foreign nationals are not permitted direct land ownership (Hak Milik); for them, Hak Pakai (use rights) or Hak Sewa (lease rights) are available options, which can be secured through long-term contracts. Before any investment decision, it is advisable to engage local legal and real estate professionals, as regulations are complex and may vary by location.
Safety and security
Specific public safety statistics or local authority data for Oi Katupa are not available from public sources. Regarding public safety in the broader Nusa Tenggara Barat Province and Sumbawa island generally, it can be said that in most rural areas, daily life is characterised more by community cohesion and traditional norms; problems sometimes typical of larger cities are generally less prevalent for local populations in smaller villages. However, it is recommended to gain precise knowledge of local conditions beforehand, as regional differences may exist, and navigating unfamiliar terrain can present challenges for newly arriving visitors, particularly in more remote areas. In any case, it is worthwhile to rely on information from local authorities and the community.
Tourist attractions
No named tourist attractions or specific sights can be identified from sources regarding Oi Katupa itself. However, Kecamatan Tambora and its broader area possess naturally significant features characteristic of the region as a whole. Mount Tambora — the site of the historically documented 1815 eruption, one of the world's most well-documented volcanic events — is a determining geographical and geological element of the district. This natural heritage has become one of the important draws of the Sumbawa area, with tourists and researchers regularly visiting the volcano's vicinity. The Kabupaten Bima area also features coastal zones, nature reserves, and traditions connected to local Mbojo culture, representing the region's cultural diversity. However, owing to the lack of verified data on Oi Katupa's precise tourist appeal and accessibility, more detailed claims cannot be made.
Summary
Oi Katupa is a small, rural Indonesian settlement on the eastern part of Sumbawa island, belonging to Kecamatan Tambora and Kabupaten Bima in Nusa Tenggara Barat Province. In the absence of independent, detailed data, the settlement is understood primarily within the natural and cultural context of the Tambora area, where the proximity of Mount Tambora, local Mbojo culture, and the rural character of the Bima region provide the broader frame. Regarding real estate market and public safety, general conditions of the broader regency and province are applicable, and prior to any concrete decision, on-site information gathering and professional consultation are recommended.
