Purwokerto
Indonesia · Provinsi Jawa TengahID
City and capital of Banyumas Regency, Indonesia
Purwokerto is a large but non-autonomous town on the island of Java, Indonesia. It is the coordinating centre of local government and the largest city in southwestern Central Java. Currently, Purwokerto is the capital of Banyumas Regency, Central Java province. The population of the four districts which comprise the town at the 2010 census was 233,951 and 229,271 at the 2020 census; the official estimate as of mid-2024 was 236,162. The built-up area of Purwokerto extends beyond these four administrative districts into parts of surrounding districts, and has a metropolitan area population of 416,964 at the 1990 Census.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 233,865
- Coordinates
- -7.421, 109.234
- Timezone
- Asia/Jakarta
- Elevation
- 84 m
Overview of Purwokerto
Purwokerto sits in Provinsi Jawa Tengah, Indonesia and reads as a mid-sized city. Population figures land around 233,865. The southern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Our data highlights culture and family above everything else.
Things to do in Purwokerto
Culture in Purwokerto
(2)The culture shortlist for Purwokerto: Cathedrals and Mosques. Everything listed here comes from what Purwokerto is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Family in Purwokerto
(1)Family lovers get Aquariums. It is a direct read of Purwokerto's activity profile. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Getting there & around
Public transport from Provinsi Jawa Tengah reaches Purwokerto without much detour. Purwokerto runs on Asia/Jakarta time.
Similar destinations
Places near Purwokerto that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Purwokerto known for?
- In Provinsi Jawa Tengah, Indonesia, Purwokerto stands out for culture and family. That mix defines the typical visit to this 233,865-strong destination.
- What can you do in Purwokerto?
- Options in Purwokerto run to Cathedrals, Mosques and Aquariums — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- Where is Purwokerto located?
- You will find Purwokerto in Provinsi Jawa Tengah, Indonesia. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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