Papua New Guinea map and facts
Independent State of Papua New Guinea · Melanesia, Oceania. Capital: Port Moresby.
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Papua New Guinea in context
Papua New Guinea is home to about 11.8 million people, 0.15% of the world's population, on 462,840 km² of territory. It shares land borders with 1 country: Indonesia.
Closest in size in Oceania: compare Papua New Guinea and New Zealand. To see its real size against other places, try the true size map.
Papua New Guinea FAQ
What is the capital of Papua New Guinea?
The capital of Papua New Guinea is Port Moresby.
What is the population of Papua New Guinea?
About 11.8 million people (11,781,559), which ranks 83rd of 197 countries.
How big is Papua New Guinea?
Papua New Guinea covers 462,840 km² (178,703 sq mi), the 54th-largest country by area.
What continent is Papua New Guinea in?
Papua New Guinea is in Oceania, in the Melanesia subregion.
What countries border Papua New Guinea?
Papua New Guinea borders 1 country: Indonesia.
What language is spoken in Papua New Guinea?
Official or national languages: English, Hiri Motu, Tok Pisin.