Pidie Regency

Pidie Regency (also known as: Pidie, Pědir;^[2] "king of"; Indonesian: Kabupaten Pidie) is a regency of Aceh Special region, in Indonesia. It is located in the north of the island of Sumatra, in Western Indonesia, bordered by the Malacca Strait and Pidie Jaya Regency (which was formerly a part of Pidie Regency until it was separated out in 2007) in the north, Aceh Besar Regency in the west, Bireuen Regency in the northeast, and Aceh Jaya Regency in the south. The regency covers an area of 3,184.46 square kilometres and had a population of 379,108 people at the 2010 Census^[3] and 435,275 at the 2020 Census;^[4] the official estimate as at mid 2023 was 448,085 - comprising 223,208 males and 224,877 females.^[1] Pidie was the largest rice-producing area of Aceh province, producing some 20% of its total output.^[5]

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Regency
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Location within Aceh
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Coordinates: 4.66667°N 96°E / 4.66667; 96
Country	Indonesia
Region	Sumatra
Province	Aceh
Established	1956
Regency seat	Sigli
Government
• Regent	Roni Ahmad
• Vice Regent	Fadhlullah T.M. Daud
Area
• Total	3,184.46 km2 (1,229.53 sq mi)
Population  (mid 2023 estimate)[1]
• Total	448,085
• Density	140/km2 (360/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+7 (IWST)
Area code	(+62) 653
Website	pidiekab.go.id

History

Pidie Regency has a long and storied history, with archaeological evidence suggesting human habitation in the area dating back thousands of years. Pidie Regency also has a rich historical background, with its history intertwined with the broader history of the Aceh region. The area has been influenced by various kingdoms and colonial powers over the centuries. It was once part of the Sultanate of Aceh, which was an important Islamic kingdom in the region. During the Dutch colonial period, Pidie was integrated into the broader colonial administration of Aceh. Historical sites and landmarks can be found in most of the regency, reflecting its diverse past.

Culture

The population of Pidie Regency is predominantly of Acehnese descent, with a strong Islamic heritage. Traditional customs and ceremonies are an integral part of daily life, and the regency is known for its rich artistic traditions and spiritual practices. Festivals and cultural events are celebrated throughout the year, showcasing the region's unique heritage.

Economy

The economy of Pidie Regency is largely based on agriculture, with rice, corn, coffee, and other crops being significant contributors to the local economy. Fishing and livestock farming are also important economic activities. In recent years, efforts have been made to improve infrastructure and boost local industries to support economic development.

Administrative divisions

The regency is divided administratively into twenty-three districts (kecamatan), listed below with their areas and their populations at the 2010 Census^[3] and the 2020 Census,^[4] together with the official estimates as at mid 2023.^[1] The table also includes the locations of the district administrative centres, the number of administrative villages (gampong) in each district, and its post code.

Kode Wilayah	Name of District (kecamatan)	Area in km2	Pop'n Census 2010	Pop'n Census 2020	Pop'n Estimate mid 2023	Admin centre	No. of villages	Post code
11.07.05	Geumpang	657.07	6,008	7,184	7,390	Geumpang	5	24167
11.07.27	Mane	675.04	7,786	8,905	9,144	Mane	4	24189
11.07.06	Glumpang Tiga	54.84	16,888	19,348	19,948	Glumpang Minyeuk	34	24183
11.07.29	Glumpang Baro	12.12	9,622	10,981	11,312	Cot Glumpang	21	24180
11.07.13	Mutiara	16.75	18,418	21,041	21,661	Beureunuen	29	24173
11.07.24	Mutiara Timur (East Mutiara)	31.24	30,767	35,319	36,360	Bandar Mutiara	48	24175
11.07.21	Tiro (Truseb)	174.69	7,097	8,440	8,677	Tiro	19	24174
11.07.19	Tangse	786.58	23,509	26,948	27,761	Tangse	28	24166
11.07.22	Keumala	49.30	8,905	10,492	10,792	Keumala	18	24165
11.07.31	Titeue	27.42	6,101	7,176	7,380	Titeue	13	24168
11.07.17	Sakti	38.52	18,817	21,374	22,019	Kota Bakti	49	24164
11.07.11	Mila	35.32	8,068	9,835	10,134	Mila	20	24163
11.07.14	Padang Tiji	257.59	19,633	24,063	24,729	Padang Tiji	64	24161
11.07.04	Delima	24.99	18,659	21,673	22,299	Reubee	44	24161
11.07.25	Grong-Grong	7.77	6,209	6,753	6,946	Grong-Grong	15	24150
11.07.07	Indrajaya	25.41	20,715	23,325	24,033	Caleue	49	24171
11.07.15	Peukan Baro	17.29	18,253	20,619	21,271	Lampoih Saka	48	24172
11.07.08	Kembang Tanjong	28.87	19,315	21,609	22,269	Kembang Tanjong	45	24182
11.07.18	Simpang Tiga	24.86	20,291	23,211	23,900	Simpang Tiga	52	24181
11.07.09	Kota Sigli (Sigli town)	6.56	18,829	20,202	20,807	Kota Sigli	15	24115 -24119
11.07.16	Pidie (town)	26.09	39,814	45,452	46,821	Lhok Keutapang	64	24151
11.07.03	Batee	46.11	18,077	20,589	21,168	Batee	28	24152
11.07.12	Muara Tiga	160.03	17,427	20,736	21,264	Laweueng	18	24153
	Totals	3,184.46	379,108	435,275	448,085	Kota Sigli	730

Notable people

• Zaini Abdullah (governor of Aceh 2013 - 2018).
• Teungku Chik di Tiro (Indonesian National Hero).
• Daud Beureueh (Military Governor of aceh).
• Teuku Mohammad Hasan (The first governor of Sumatra).
• Ibrahim Hasan (former governor of Aceh and Former Minister for Food).
• Hasballah M Saad (Former minister of indonesian human rights).
• Hasan Tiro (Founder and command center of GAM).
• Sanusi Juned (Former chief minister of Malaysian).
• Ismail Hassan Metareum (Party chairman and Advisory specially Indonesian delegation to the UN).
• Ibrahim Risjad or Richard (influential businessmen in Indonesian).
• Teuku Iskandar (scholar, one of the founders of Syiah Kuala University Aceh).

References

• Indonesia portal

1. Badan Pusat Statistik, Jakarta, 28 February 2024, Kabupaten Pidie Dalam Angka 2024 (Katalog-BPS 1102001.1107)
2. Ricklefs, M.C. (2008). History of Modern Indonesia Since c. 1200. Stanford University Press. p. 364.
3. Biro Pusat Statistik, Jakarta, 2011.
4. Badan Pusat Statistik, Jakarta, 2021.
5. Kell, Tim (2010). The roots of Acehnese rebellion 1989-1992. Jakarta: Equinox Publishing. ISBN 978-602-8397-17-9. OCLC 630315910.

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