Kepahiang regency

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Kepahiang is an Indonesian government district ( kabupaten ) in the province of Bengkulu on the island of Sumatra.

Kepahiang is rich in natural resources including gold, precious stones, coal and geothermal resources and a range of agricultural, forestry and aquatic products business. These include rice, palm oil, coffee, tea, cocoa, corn, wood, rubber, coconut, pepper, and various types of fruit and produce from the local fish farming.

The local government Kepahiang operates a number of development projects in the sectors of agriculture, energy and education, which were adopted by the Government of Indonesia at the national level.

Kepahiang also has high tourism potential, particularly in the area of eco - tourism and outdoor. However, this is still largely untapped to date and is, like all other economic sectors, expanded steadily in the coming years.

3.1 colonial
3.2 Reformation from 1998 to today

4.1 The Coat of Arms

5.1 infrastructure
5.2 Agriculture
5.3 Natural Resources

6.1 Cultural Events
6.2 Music
6.3 dance
6.4 Sports
6.5 Media

Geography

Survey

Kepahiang an area of 66,500 hectares. 48393.69 hectares are used for agriculture, more 18106.31 hectares are covered by forest. Of the 8,515 hectares of forest land are part of a nature reserve, 3.20 acres form a nature reserve and additional 9588.11 acres are also under protection. The landscape is mostly mountainous. The highest point is 1600 m ü.d.M. and the lowest point at 250 m ü.d.M.

The county is divided into eight districts, with a total of 108 villages. Capital is the city Kepahiang. To the north is bordered Kepahiang in the administrative district of Rejang Lebong. East of the government district in the province of South Sumatra is Lahat. To the south is the government district Zentralbengkulu. In the West Kepahiang borders Nordbengkulu.

The Mountains in Kepahiang heights are several rivers that are important for the agricultural economy and will also be used for tourism in the future. Ten Waterfalls is estimated so far as a touristic interest. As the mountainous landscape depicted in the crest of the rivers Kepahiangs. The waterfall of Curug Embun has a height of about 100 m. The waterfall is located adjacent to an exotic setting at the forest and the coffee fields of the local farmers and has good transport to reach. The distance from the city center is about six kilometers. For the local population of the city is a popular destination also because of its pleasant climate. Beside the waterfall in Curug Embun there are more, such as the waterfall Curug Burung Gendang in the village Merindu.

The climate is tropical. The average temperature is 23,87 ° C with a humidity of 85.21 %. The precipitation rate is an average of 233.5 mm / month.

Flora and Fauna

In the province of Bengkulu you also find the Riesenrafflesie ( Rafflesia arnoldi ), a parasitic plant, whose flowers have a diameter of up to a meter and can weigh up to 11 kilograms. This was discovered there by Joseph Arnold and Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles in 1818. The latter was at that time governor of the province of Bengkulu .. In Kepahiang the Riesenrafflesie most frequently occur. In addition to the Riesenrafflesie found in Kepahiang the Bangkai flower which belongs to the genus of titanium seasoning ( Amorphophallus ). The best known representatives of this genus are the Bangkai Raksasa, Suweg Raksasa and the Titan Arum ( Amorphophallus gigas, Sumatra Giant Amorphophallus ). The flower ' Amorphophallus Titanum ' is available with up to six meters in height, the tallest flower in the world, followed by the Amorphophallus gigas in second place.

Structure

Kepahiang ( Kecmatan ) is divided with a total of 108 villages ( Desa ) into eight districts.

Bermani Ilir ( Population: 13,712 )
Kabawetan ( Population: 10,601 )
Kepahiang (population: 40 360 )
Merigi (population: 9,748 )
Muara Kemunu ( Population: 12,378 )
Seberang Musi (population: 6,412 )
Tebat Karai ( Population: 12,493 )
Ujan Mas ( Population: 19,261 )

Capital and administrative center is the city Kepahiang. It consists of the most populous district. The average population density of 187 / km ², the density varies by district.

Population

The 125 001 inhabitants belong to various ethnic groups such as the Rejang Kepahiang, the Serawai, Javanese, Sundanese and Lembak.

The population in Kepahiang growing at an average of 1.2% per year, the proportion of men and women is relatively balanced. Thus, the population growth rate in Kepahiang below the national average.

The ethnically heterogeneous population Kepahiangs with 88 % majority Muslim faith. A further 7 % belong to Hinduism, 5% are Catholics and 4% of the Buddhists .. The religious communities coexist peacefully.

History

Colonial

Under Dutch colonial rule Kepahiang was the capital of the district of Rejang Lebong, now the neighboring district of Kepahiang. This remained below the 3.5- year-long colonization by Japan and after the declaration of independence of Indonesia on August 17, 1945 to 1948 the case. Kepahiang became the regional center of the civilian administration, all the resistance associated organizations and the army. During a military operation by the Dutch colonial government therefore all points of organizational importance in Kepahiang, including the Town Hall, the administration building, the post offices, telecommunication centers and police stations were completely destroyed.

In 1949 the local government Kepahiang was compelled to deploy during the military conflict with Dutch in the woods. The local government was to return at this time unable, after Kepahiang because the infrastructure had been destroyed without exception. The administration was transferred to the city Curup, which had a better infrastructure and could provide administrative building. 1956 Curup was eventually named the official capital of the governmental district Rejang Lebong. Kepahiang had lost its long-standing position as the capital.

Reformation from 1998 to today

During the Reformation started in 1998, the long -cherished intention Kepahiang seemed again to an independent administrative district are let to put within reach. In 1999 was officially proposed Kepahiang in a separate administrative district, regardless of Rejang Lebong, where it was hitherto belonging to convert. In return, the population Kepahiangs started and founded an organization that Panitia Kepersiapan kabupaten Kepahiang ( PPKK ) that drove this project. In 2002, the PPKK handed your elaborated proposal the involved sites of local governments and the central government in Jakarta. The proposal was accepted and finally entered into force on 7 January 2004 after the Minister of the Interior (General Hari Sabarno ) had ratified the formation of the new government district Kepahiang.

In the period since 2004 Kepahiang has been managed by four local governments with three different government president.

Kepahiang has distinguished itself as a socially progressive and economically developing region since the establishment, the management has been awarded several times by the central government in Jakarta for this and forestry development programs of the local government ( period 4 ) were taken at the national level part.

Policy

Since the existence of the governmental district Kepahiang four provincial government ( Bupati ) have been named. The incumbent government President Dr. Bando amine C. squad was first elected in August 2005 and has been confirmed in August 2010 in the Official ..

Period January 2004 - April 2005 → Government President: Ir. Hidayatullah Sjahid, MM
Period April 2005 - August 2005 → Government President: Drs Husni Hasanuddin
Period August 2005 - August 2010 → Government President: Drs H. Bando C. Amin Kader, MM / Deputy: Abasri. Dj, S.Sos
Period August 2010 to today → Government President: Drs H. Bando C. Amin Kader, MM / Deputy: Bambang Sugianto, SH, MH.

The coat of arms

The coat of arms of the district of the territorial unit are Kepahiangs and national unity or Pancasila doctrine by means of a pentagonal frame again. In addition, find natural features of the region such as traditional symbolic representation.

The mountains shown in the upper part of the arms reflect the natural texture of Kepahiang. Below that is a representation of waves or water. This is to point out that Kepahiang is a water-rich region. A point located between the waves symbolizes the month of January, was in the Kepahiang to independent county.

In the middle you can see a shell. For a Betelnussschale is meant is an important element of the local tradition. Above the shell, the curved blade of a traditional dagger, a so-called Kris is shown. This symbolizes courage and tradition, but also the will to continuous development.

The pan and Kris are framed by two other elements of the crest to the left and to the right. The branches run along the bottom and are seven times tied together, which should bring the unity of the region expressed. The branches are of various kinds and provide the rice and the coffee plant is that secure the population in Kepahiang a good livelihood.

In the lower part of the coat of arms is a logo that represents the word SEHASEN. The word is a local acronym for the following words:

Selaras (consistency)
Eloc ( Beauty)
Harmonis (harmony)
Aman ( security )
Sentosa ( peacefulness )

Economy

The local economy is based, in addition to the existing natural resources on which agriculture and plantation agriculture, horticulture, livestock and fish farming. The region has a number of natural resources that are currently not or has been underutilized. Although in Kepahiang no oil or gas deposits have been identified, as in many other provinces of Indonesia, promise existing resources as a solid basis for the economic development of the region to be able to act. The current challenge for farmers' cooperatives and the local government is to work together to create a balance between corporative cultivation of major national companies and small local producers, so that aspects such as market integration, internationalization, but also local income development and diversification to be reconciled. In particular, the dependence of farmers on coffee cultivation alone is reduced through a diversified farming strategy and local income can be generated. To this end, locally relevant programs such as the IKUTT and Seluna Programme shall be pursued, IKUTT The program accelerated and structured the fish and livestock, horticulture and the cultivation of food crops. The Seluna program, however, encourages the production of Sengon, Luwak coffee and dragon fruit.

Infrastructure

In Kepahiang there is a fully integrated school system with 164 school facilities, which forms pupils through to university entrance. The nearest university is in Bengkulu. Kepahiang requires specific expert in order to make the local potentials can be used. Therefore, for example, there are scholarships for students are available to study the subjects directly related to geothermal energy in Germany.

In Kepahiang there are three hotels with a total of 55 rooms and 77 beds.

The main roads in Kepahiang have a total length of 31.90 km and are in the provincial comparison of good quality. Moreover, there is 54.15 km paved roads.

The nearest airport is located in Bengkulu and can be reached within about two hours.

Until now, inpatient health treatment not available in Kepahiang itself, but in Bengkulu. This has in 2012 but changed because a local hospital completed for the public, but has not yet been referred to in full operation. Previously available in Kepahiangs public hospital of 74 beds available. The equipment meets the national standards for the time being, but is more modern than the systems previously used in Bengkulu. The implementation of international standards is sought ..

Agriculture

Several agricultural products such as coffee, tea, corn, dragon fruits, cassava, pepper, palm oil, coconut, pecan, taro, cloves are grown in Kepahiang. Forestry product of the region is mainly Sengon wood.

In 2009, it was grown on 24,017 hectares of coffee which about 16,060 tons were harvested. The area under cultivation increased in 2011 to 24,928 hectares. Both Arabica Robusta coffee are cultivated as well. In addition to the large-scale cultivation of coffee and Luwak coffee is locally reinforced produced, as this may constitute an economic Nebeneinkunft for the farmers, which reduces the dependence on the once-yearly coffee crop, which could be varied both by natural factors such as the existing world market price fluctuation. The Luwak coffee from the region is considered to be particularly good and is one of the world's most expensive coffees. The local government encourages the production of Luwak coffee under the Seluna program mainly in the form of educational programs for interested farmers.

The tea plantations are located about nine kilometers from the city Kepahiang in Kebawetan. On an area of 275 hectares oolong tea is grown, which is exclusively exported to Taiwan and for the due to the quality, there is a high demand. The tea is exported to semi-fermented state. On another area of 650 hectares of black tea is grown, the tea is known in Indonesia as Kabawetan. The tea is fully fermented and bought primarily in the Indonesian market.

The acreage of corn is 1019 acres; Yield 3,017 tons; as of 2007

Cassava is grown on 285 acres. Yield 3,328 tons; as of 2007

In Japan, Taro ( Talas satoimo ) is one of the basic food that is imported mostly from China. Since the demand is, however, covered by the Taroimporte, people have started in Kepahiang also grow taro for export purposes. Taro is cultivated as a by- product, since the plant is suitable to be grown next to primary plants such Sengon on plantations. A total demand from Japan, which is not covered by Chinese imports, is 45,000 tons per year, which represents significant commercial potential for Kepahiang dar. Taro is after the so-called BACK - Model, which comes from Kepahiang, terraced. This cultivation system prescribes Sengon and taro grow together. The after only 5 months to be harvested taro crops dar. provides a source of income for the farmers between the Sengon

On an area of 18 hectares currently dragon fruits are cultivated. These are to be sold directly to a and are used for the second to the local production of derivative products in the field of cosmetics and homeopathic remedies. The project is financially supported within the framework of Seluna program of the local government and the central government in Jakarta and intended to become another economic option for the local population. A Japanese expert support for the project and provides the necessary expertise.

The cultivation of Sengonholz is a means of income diversification in Kepahiang. While palm oil and rubber plantations require a relatively long time before revenues are generated, is the rapidly growing Sengonholz represents a viable alternative for farmers and investors who want to earn profits in the short to medium term, or rely on it. The cultivation of Sengon is also associated with fewer high investment volume as palm oil and rubber plantations, so that local investors are able to participate. The cultivation of Sengon is funded by the Seluna program. The strategy of the local government in Kepahiang improved income levels to create by growing Sengonholz has been taken over by the central government in Jakarta and will be implemented in the form of a nationwide program.

Sengon is grown in two different ways. 1 As a byproduct, for example, coffee plantations, the Sengonbäume have a protective function for the coffee plants simultaneously. This cultivation method allows a density of 400 trees per hectare. 2 As a monoculture. Mono -cultural cultivation of Sengon in Kepahiang divided into three sub-categories. Option A: from 1000 to 2000 trees per hectare. This cultivation method allows the cultivation of secondary crops such as Talas and is recommended for Kepahiang cultivation strategy. Variant B: 4000 trees per hectare. This variant is called high-density population ( HDP). Variant C: 10,000 per hectare. This variant is referred to as very high density population ( VHDP ).

The conditions for the cultivation of high-quality cocoa are in Kepahiang good to ideal and therefore for private, corporate and state actors alike of great interest. As part of the IKUTT program farmers are encouraged to grow cocoa. The program included the cultivation of cocoa on a current total area of 8,393 hectares, involved 6,968 farmers and a total number of 4,500,000 cocoa plants. Cocoa is suitable from the world market, as the cultivation can already operate in a relatively small area economically and locally a located generates income for income diversification and to reduce inflammation associated with coffee addiction. Kepahiang therefore wants to increase the cocoa program and develop into a center for cocoa cultivation in Indonesia. To this end, interested farmers financial programs available.

In small enterprise level the local population built on a total area of 384 hectares of coconuts. In 2009, the yield was 311 tons. If necessary. existing corporate plantations are not included herein.

In small enterprise level the local population built on a total area of 40 hectares of oil palm trees. In 2009, the yield was 24 tons, any existing corporate plantations are not included herein.

In small enterprise level the local population built on a total area of 35 hectares of rubber. In 2009, the yield was 24 tons, any existing corporate plantations are not included herein.

In small enterprise level the local population built on a total area of 2,949 hectares of pepper. In 2009, the yield was 1,962 tons, any existing corporate plantations are not einrechnet herein.

The climate in Kepahiang is suitable for livestock and fish farming. Are bred and Others goldfish, tilapia, white-throated cichlids and bar. The fish is as yet largely operated by local small enterprises along rivers and in the breeding tank and still has high optimization potential. Furthermore, locally, also still grown on small - company level chickens, ducks, goats, dairy cows and beef cattle. The livestock and fish farming is funded by the IKUTT program and to generate local income.

Mineral resources

Kepahiang has a number of natural minerals such as obsidian, charcoal, pumice, tuff, clay, china clay, gold, and geothermal energy.

Were obsidian deposits at two locations ( Batu Bandung, Kebon Agung ) identified. The reserve in Batu Bandung is estimated at 20 million tons. The specifications are as follows: SiO2 = 64-75 %, Al2O3 = 20.68 %, Fe2O3 = 6.7%, CaO = 0.75%, MgO = 0.12%, TiO2 = 0.4%.

Coal deposits were identified in three places locations. The quality varies depending on location between 4500-7825 calories. The total amount is not yet fully quantified.

Were Bimssteinvorkommen so far at two locations ( 1 Keban Agung / Batu Bandung, 2nd Keban Agung ). In Keban Agung / Batu Bandung the reserve is estimated at 2,000,000 tons, and is of the following quality: SiO2 = 2.98% = 13.9% Al2O3, Fe2O3 0.94 %, CaO = 0.43%, MgO = 0.25 %, K2O = 3.16%, Na2O3 = 3.66%, LOI = 4.43%. In Keban Agung the reserve is, however, estimated at 30 million cubic meters and is of the following quality: SiO2 = 63.5 % = 13% Al2O3, Fe2O3 = 8.7%, CaO = 5.92%.

Tuff in Kepahiang was estimated at a location to 40,000,000 tons and has the following qualitative characteristics: SiO2 = 63.15 % Al2O3 = 13.70%, CaO = 5.92%, MgO = 0.65 %, K2O = 1, 94 %, MgO = 0.65 %, LOI = 4.25%.

Clay deposits in Kepahiang were estimated at a location to 1,200,000 m³ and are of the following characteristics: SiO2 = 62-75 %, Al2O3 = 20.68 %, Fe2O3 = 6.7%, CaO = 0.75%, MgO = 0, 12%, TiO2 = 0.4%.

China clay deposits ( kaolin) in Kepahiang were identified at one location but have not yet been conclusively quantified and specified.

Sulfur deposits in Kepahiang were identified at a location. The reserve is estimated at 34.41 million tonnes.

Gold deposits in Kepahiang have so far been identified on a location. The reserve has not yet conclude with quantified and specified. A study of the company PT. Aneka Tambang, the analyzed an area of 6,000 ha, confirmed the indicators for gold deposits on site. In Simpang Jernih in the area of Bukit Dendan crystalline chert, the gold deposits have been found indexed. The following specifications are confirmed: Au = 0.1 to 0.13 ppm, Ag = 7-69 ppm Cu = 240-666 ppm, Pb = 547 ppm (0.12 %), Zn = 667 ppm (0.19 % ). The government must ensure regards the promotion of gold to preserve the environment, which is used in agriculture, tourism and the local population of central importance.

Geological Institute Bandung has shown in Kepahiang a reservoir of depth of 2000 m and an area of 20 km ². The degradation rate is 50%, the Konversionsfaktionbei 10 % and the useful life of 30 years. Usable capacity is estimated at 325 MW. Near-surface temperature is 250 ° C. The cut-off temperature is 180 ° C. The economic potential of the project is currently being prepared with international interests in the use.

Culture

Cultural Events

Kepahiang is a culturally, religiously and ethnically heterogeneous society. The different ethnic groups, tribes and religious communities live together peacefully. The Rejang make the largest population group from the spot. However, since the different groups live together already for many years, are cultural influences of residents who originate for example from Palembang, Serawai, Jawa, Sunda, Padang, Batak, Aceh or China, can also be seen locally. The social diversity in Kepahiang caused the formation of fine social practices within a society. The traditions and customs of the Rejang are dominant locally.

Kepahiang maintains the existing traditions and regularly hosts of cultural events, which often also foreign guests arrive. The local culture is closely connected with the Malay. For this reason, the ethnic Malay aristocracy from Indonesia, but for example, also from Malaysia, the Philippines ( Mindanao ) and Thailand frequent guest in Kepahiang, on the one hand to maintain the common culture and a positive example for the friendly coexistence with other ethnic groups to give.

Music

In Kepahiang Concerts are regularly held in which nationally known groups perform. Among other things, the celebrated annually birthday of the governmental district Kepahiang is an occasion for a series of concerts with famous artists from all over Indonesia. Locally there are a number of folkloric songs like the Gritan, Mambak, Nyerambeak and the Merjung song. The songs are part of the locally dominant ethnic group of the Rejang Kepahiang.

Dance

The traditions and customs of the Rejang Kepahiang are dominant locally, which among other things, a number of local dance forms, such as the Sekapur, sirih, Kejei, Gigih, Mendulah - Semambe Cupik, Petik Kopi (coffee harvest), Panen Padi - ( rice crop ) and the Bujang Semulen dance shows.

Sports

Due to the natural characteristics of the region Kepahiang offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities. The nature park has a size of 8,515 acres and offers activities such as trekking and cycling tours. The City Council regularly invites to common bicycle tours to encourage a more active lifestyle.

Media

The local government has the magazine Warta Kepahiang given in 2011 commissioned and first published. It pursues several objectives. On the one hand it serves the dissemination of information within Kepahiangs and the second is to allow outsiders to inquire about Kepahiang as government district, programs of the local government as well as potential in the region. So far, the Warta Kepahiang is only available in Indonesian language.

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