Exploring the diverse communities and demographic profile of Madang Province
(2024 estimate)
Population increase
Population density
Living outside urban areas
Source: Provincial Census Data 2022
Madang Province has a relatively balanced gender ratio with slightly more males than females.
Madang is often called "the cultural hub of Papua New Guinea" due to its exceptional ethnic diversity. The province is home to:
The provincial government supports cultural festivals and traditional knowledge preservation programs across all districts.
Madang Province is one of the most linguistically diverse regions on Earth, with:
Over 150 distinct languages are spoken in Madang, representing multiple language families including:
For communication across language groups, people use:
Madang District
Famous for its traditional pottery-making that has continued for generations. Bilbil women create distinctive clay pots using techniques passed down for centuries.
Sumkar District
Known for its vibrant bilum (string bag) weaving traditions and colorful cultural performances that attract visitors from around the world.
Middle Ramu District
A highland community renowned for its intricate wood carvings and traditional initiation ceremonies that maintain ancient cultural practices.
Rai Coast District
Coastal community with exceptional canoe-building skills and a unique system of marine resource management developed over centuries.
Population: ~30,000
Commercial and administrative hub with a natural harbor and multicultural population.
Population: ~8,000
District headquarters with growing infrastructure and agricultural processing facilities.
Population: ~15,000
Volcanic island with thriving cocoa plantations and unique cultural traditions.
Explore programs that support and showcase our province's rich cultural heritage