Takaeang is the second largest island in the Aranuka atoll of Kiribati. It helps form the triangular shape of the atoll by forming the top corner of the triangle.[1] It is connected to the larger island, Buariki, by a sandbank.[1]

Aranuka
Map of Aranuka
Geography
LocationPacific Ocean
Coordinates0°09′N 173°35′E / 0.150°N 173.583°E / 0.150; 173.583 (Aranuka)
ArchipelagoGilbert Islands
Area13.228 km2 (5.107 sq mi)
Highest elevation3 m (10 ft)
Administration
CapitalBuariki
Demographics
Population1,057 (2010 Census)
Pop. density79.9/km2 (206.9/sq mi)
Ethnic groupsI-Kiribati 99.6%

The village is also called Takaeang.

References

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  1. ^ a b "10. Aranuka" (PDF). Office of Te Beretitent - Republic of Kiribati Island Report Series. 2012. Retrieved 28 April 2015.