Dalam – a small settlement in Taliwang district of Sumbawa Barat regency
Dalam is an Indonesian settlement located in Sumbawa Barat regency, which is part of West Nusa Tenggara province (Nusa Tenggara Barat), specifically within Taliwang district (Kecamatan Taliwang). Geographically, it is situated on the island of Sumbawa, within the Bali and Lesser Sunda Islands macroregion, at approximately 8.73° south latitude and 116.85° east longitude. Sumbawa Barat regency was established on December 18, 2003, when the five westernmost districts of the then Sumbawa Regency separated to form it. The regency capital is the city of Taliwang, which also serves as the administrative center of Taliwang district, and thus the settlement of Dalam falls within its direct administrative jurisdiction.
General overview
Settlement-level data specific to Dalam is not available; therefore, the following description is based on data at the level of Kabupaten Sumbawa Barat regency, as found in the relevant Wikipedia article. Sumbawa Barat regency has a total area of 1,743.58 km², with a population of 114,754 according to the 2010 census, which grew to 145,798 by the 2020 census, and official estimates for mid-2024 record 155,540 inhabitants — comprising 78,230 males and 77,300 females. The region thus demonstrates moderate but continuous population growth. Taliwang district serves as the regency's administrative and commercial center, where local public services and infrastructure are concentrated. Dalam, as a small settlement within Taliwang district, fits into this local administrative framework. The general rural character of Sumbawan life is typically based on agricultural activity, small-scale local commerce, and close community bonds, though these observations cannot be directly verified for the village of Dalam from individual sources.
Real estate and investment
Settlement-level real estate market data specific to Dalam is not available. Sumbawa Barat regency as a whole is a relatively young administrative unit, established in 2003, which has undergone gradual development over the past two decades. Within the regency operates the Batu Hijau copper and gold ore mining complex managed by Newmont (currently PT Amman Mineral Nusa Tenggara), which has had an impact on local economy and infrastructure — though concrete real estate market implications for Dalam are not documented. In general terms, foreign nationals' opportunities for land acquisition in the Indonesian real estate market are limited: under current Indonesian law, foreigners cannot acquire land ownership on a freehold (Hak Milik) basis, but may participate in the real estate market primarily through Hak Pakai (right of use) or long-term lease arrangements. Owing to its proximity to Taliwang district as the regency center, local property may experience somewhat greater demand than in more distant, less accessible villages in the region, but precise, verifiable data on Dalam is not available.
Safety and security
Settlement-level, verifiable statistics or official reports on public safety in Dalam are not available. Based on general experience in the broader region, West Nusa Tenggara province, rural Indonesian communities are typically characterized by close community cohesion and relatively low rates of violent crime, yet no specific claim can be substantiated regarding Dalam. Sumbawa Barat regency, as a relatively small-population, predominantly rural administrative unit, may generally be considered to maintain a stable internal security situation, but this generalization cannot substitute for location-specific, verified data. Those visiting or staying in the region are advised to monitor current information from local authorities and consular services.
Tourist attractions
No documented tourist attractions specific to Dalam can be verified from sources. At the Sumbawa Barat regency level, however, it is worth noting that the principal port is Poto Tano, which is easily accessible by ferry from Lombok and functions as the western gateway to the island. Taliwang, as the district center, is itself the focal point of the regency's administrative and commercial life. The island of Sumbawa in general is less well-known to mass tourism than neighboring Bali or Lombok, yet its natural features — such as varied coastal areas and interior island landscape — may appeal to those seeking less-visited destinations. However, this can only be stated at the regency and island level, not specific to Dalam, as no individual sources are available for it.
Summary
Dalam is a small settlement in Taliwang district of Sumbawa Barat regency on the island of Sumbawa, in West Nusa Tenggara province. The available, verified data pertains to the regency level: the administrative unit was established in 2003, its population exceeded 155,000 as of mid-2024, and its capital is Taliwang. No independent, verified demographic, tourist, or real estate market data specific to Dalam is available; therefore, the above description places the village within the broader regency and district framework. For more detailed, location-specific information, the competent authorities of Kabupaten Sumbawa Barat and on-site inquiry may provide reliable guidance.
