Pangkalpinang is derived from the local words pengkal ("base") and pinang (Areca catechu, a species of palm tree widely grown on the island of Bangka). See more

As part of Srivijaya, Pangkalpinang was inhabited by Hindus. In addition to being a territory of Sriwijaya, it was also a territory of Majapahit and the Mataram Kingdom. In all three kingdoms, Pangkalpinang received little attenti… See more

Pangkalpinang's population was 108,411 in 1990, and 174,838 in the 2010 census, rising to 218,568 at the 2020 Census; the official estimate as at mid 2022 was 226,297. Half are Malay, and primarily speak … See more

The city's topography is generally undulating and hilly, with an altitude of 20–50 metres (66–164 ft) above sea level. Hilly areas are primarily in the west and south, including Mount Girimaya (50 metres above sea l… See more

At the time of the 2010 Census, the city was divided into five districts (kecamatan), but two additional districts were created subsequently. These are all tabulated below with their areas and their populations at the 201… See more