Melekeok (town)

Melekeok (English: /ˈmɛləˌkˌɔːk/)[1] is a town in the State of Melekeok (one of Palau's sixteen states). It is located on the east coast of Palau's largest island, Babeldaob. In October 2006, the settlement of Ngerulmud, located 2 km (1.2 mi) from the village of Melekeok, became the seat of Palau's government, replacing Koror.[2]

Melekeok
Other transcription(s)
  Japaneseマルキョク
Location within Melekeok State
Location within Melekeok State
Melekeok City is located in Palau
Melekeok City
Melekeok City
Location in Palau
Coordinates: 7°30′2.32″N 134°37′26.73″E
Country Palau
State Melekeok
Population
 (2005)
  Total271
Time zoneUTC+9 (Palau Standard Time)
Area code(+680) 654

Demographics

According to the 2005 census, 271 people resided in Melekeok town.

References

  1. "Melekeok". Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary. Retrieved 2017-04-04.
  2. "Timeline: Palau". BBC. 6 May 2009. Retrieved 28 September 2009.

7°30′2.32″N 134°37′26.73″E

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