2021 Estimation
OUR PROVINCE
Welcome to Eastern Highlands Provincial website. Eastern Highlands Province covers an area of 11,157 km². The 2011 Census records the population of EHP at 579,825 – making it PNG’s second most populated Province. EHP shares common administrative boundaries with the Provinces of Madang to the north, Morobe to the east, Gulf to the south, and Simbu to the west. It is land locked and its access is by air and road.
The eight Districts of EHP are Daulo, Goroka, Henganofi, Kainantu, Lufa, Obura-Wonenara, Okapa and Unggai-Bena. Their development status varies significantly in terms of MSS and economic conditions.
Eastern Highlands Province (EHP) in Papua New Guinea is the country’s second most populous province, covering 11,157 square kilometers. It shares boundaries with Madang, Morobe, Gulf, and Simbu provinces and is accessible by air and road due to its landlocked position. EHP’s diverse terrain includes mountains, valleys, and forests, offering potential for agriculture and natural resource utilization.
Provincial Government
Eastern Highlands Province (EHP) in Papua New Guinea is divided into eight districts: Daulo, Goroka, Henganofi, Kainantu, Lufa, Obura-Wonenara, Okapa, and Unggai-Bena. The development status of these districts varies significantly in terms of meeting Minimum Service Standards (MSS) and economic conditions. Factors such as geographical location, access to resources, and historical development trends influence the development disparities among the districts.
Some districts have better access to basic services and more thriving economies, while others face challenges in meeting service standards and have untapped economic potential. It is crucial for EHP’s planners and policymakers to consider the specific needs and opportunities of each district to ensure more equitable development and improve overall service provision and economic conditions in the province.
