Jasin District, formerly known as Southern District, is one of the three administrative district in Malacca, Malaysia. It borders Tangkak District of Johor to the east, Tampin District of Negeri Sembilan to the north and Alor Gajah District and Melaka Tengah District to the west. The district capital is Jasin Town.
Jasin District | |
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| Daerah Jasin | |
| Other transcription(s) | |
| • Jawi | جاسين |
| • Chinese | 野新县 |
| • Tamil | ஜாசின் |
 Location of Jasin District in Malacca | |
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  Jasin District Location of Jasin District in Malaysia | |
| Coordinates: 2°18′N 102°25′E / 2.300°N 102.417°E | |
| Country |  Malaysia |
| State |  Malacca |
| Seat | Jasin |
| Local area government(s) | Jasin Municipal Council (Jasin East) Hang Tuah Jaya Municipal Council (Jasin West) |
| Government | |
| • District officer | Anis Ali Hasan[2][verification needed] |
| Area | |
• Total | 676.07 km2 (261.03 sq mi) |
| Population | |
• Total | 156,600[1] |
| Time zone | UTC+8 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+8 (Not observed) |
| Postcode | 77xxx |
| Calling code | +6-06 |
| Vehicle registration plates | M |
History
editThe early establishment of Jasin started since the establishment of small settlement by the local people. They chose an area near river mainly for their water supply, communication and agricultural purpose. To sustain life, they planted paddy and grew vegetables and fruit.[citation needed]
Geography
editJasin District is the largest district in Malacca occupying 41.47% of the state area. The Kesang River runs through the center of Jasin Town. The Kesang River separates the new town from the old town center. Almost 75% of the district area is flat plain, located not more than 50 meters above sea level.[5]
Administrative divisions
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Jasin District is divided into 20 mukims:[3]
| Mukim | Area | Mukim | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Air Panas | 11 | Nyalas |
| 2 | Batang Melaka | 12 | Rim |
| 3 | Bukit Senggeh | 13 | Sebatu |
| 4 | Chabau | 14 | Selandar |
| 5 | Chinchin | 15 | Sempang |
| 6 | Chohong | 16 | Semujok |
| 7 | Jasin | 17 | Serkam |
| 8 | Jus | 18 | Sungai Rambai |
| 9 | Kesang | 19 | Tedong |
| 10 | Merlimau | 20 | Umbai |
Demographics
edit| Year | Pop. | ±% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 92,771 | — | |
| 2000 | 101,659 | +9.6% | |
| 2010 | 131,539 | +29.4% | |
| 2020 | 151,937 | +15.5% | |
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| Source: [6] | |||
Federal Parliament and State Assembly Seats
editJasin district is divided with two federal constituencies with northern part of Jasin in Alor Gajah constituency while the rest of district in Jasin constituency.
List of Jasin district representatives in the Federal Parliament (Dewan Rakyat)
| Parliament | Seat Name | Member of Parliament | Party |
|---|---|---|---|
| P135 | Alor Gajah | Adly Zahari | Pakatan Harapan (AMANAH) |
| P137 | Hang Tuah Jaya | Adam Adli Abd Halim | Pakatan Harapan (KEADILAN) |
| P139 | Jasin | Zulkifli Ismail | Perikatan Nasional (PAS) |
List of Jasin district representatives in the State Legislative Assembly (Dewan Undangan Negeri)
| Parliament | State | Seat Name | State Assemblyman | Party |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P135 | N10 | Asahan | Fairul Nizam Roslan | Barisan Nasional (UMNO) |
| P137 | N18 | Ayer Molek | Rahmad Mariman | Barisan Nasional (UMNO) |
| P139 | N24 | Bemban | Mohd Yadzil Yaakub | Perikatan Nasional (BERSATU) |
| P139 | N25 | Rim | Khaidirah Abu Zahar | Barisan Nasional (UMNO) |
| P139 | N26 | Serkam | Zaidi Attan | Barisan Nasional (UMNO) |
| P139 | N27 | Merlimau | Muhamad Akmal Saleh | Barisan Nasional (UMNO) |
| P139 | N28 | Sungai Rambai | Siti Faizah Abdul Azis | Barisan Nasional (UMNO) |
Economy
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Major businesses are mainly conducted by the Malays with a handful of Chinese, South Indians and Gujaratis. Jasin was known for its best Nasi Lemak especially in Kesang most peaceful place in Jasin District, it was made from generation to generation in Malay culture, also Kuih and Mee Bandung.
The Gujaratis in Jasin are mainly furniture dealers and the Mavani family has a monopoly. Run by generations of family members till today, the Mavani family business has flourished to be one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the city. Another popular shop on the same row is the Chen Sing Stationery Shop which sells stationery, magazines, comics and newspapers. There are two major banks in Jasin: Maybank and BIMB, which are also Malaysia's biggest banks.
Because the district has been designated as a water catchment area, industrialization is restricted to around the towns of Jasin and Merlimau. A large proportion of the land is used for the growing of rubber trees, oil palm and fruits. The area is also known for its durian fruits.
The old town center of Jasin Town consists of mainly 1920s 2-storey shophouses where small businesses is conducted on the ground floor and the owner lives above. Modern commercial buildings adorn the new town area and only one bridge over the Kesang River connects the new town to the old town.
Industrial areas
edit- Elkay Industrial Park
- Jasin Industrial Park
- Serkam Industrial Area[7]
Infrastructure
editMedicine
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Jasin boasts a new government hospital, Jasin Hospital, which replaced the old one that was fast becoming insufficient to meet the needs of the growing population. The hospital also serves as a teaching hospital for Malacca Manipal Medical College.
Besides the hospital, other government healthcare facilities include
- 7 community clinics
- 9 dental clinics
- 22 klinik desa (village clinics)
Education
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There are about 19 schools in Jasin district. Schools such as MRSM Tun Ghafar Baba, SMK Iskandar Shah and SMK Dang Anum are examples of schools that are well known in Malaysia. The Malaysia Institute of Aviation Technology, part of the Universiti Kuala Lumpur, is also located in Jasin. Other schools are listed below:
Extended content
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Jalan Sempang Kerayong, 77000 Jasin, Malacca.
Jalan Chinchin, Simpang Kerayong Peti Surat 141, 77000 Jasin, Malacca
Jalan Batang Melaka, 77500 Selandar, Malacca.
Jalan Kelubi, 77000 Jasin, Malacca.
Jalan Jasin, 77300 Merlimau, Malacca.
Jalan Bunga Tanjung (Jalan Taman Maju), 77000 Jasin, Malacca.
Jalan Pegawai, 77000 Jasin, Malacca.
Jalan Ayer Panas, 77200 Bemban, Malacca.
Jalan Asahan, 77100 Jasin, Malacca.
Pejabat Pos Selandar, 77500 Selandar, Malacca.
Jalan Parit Putat, 77400 Sungai Rambai, Malacca.
Jalan Bunga Tanjung, 77000 Jasin, Malacca.
KM16, Umbai, 77300 Merlimau, Malacca.
Jalan Jasin, 77300 Merlimau, Malacca.
Jalan Kemendor, 77000 Jasin, Malacca.
Jalan Melangkan, Nyalas, 77100 Asahan, Malacca.
Karung Berkunci 1031, Pejabat Pos Merlimau, 77300 Merlimau, Malacca.
77000 Jasin, Malacca.
77000 Jasin, Malacca.
Jalan Batang Melaka, 77500 Selandar, Malacca.
KM 69, Jalan Kolam Air, Mukim Chabau, 77100 Asahan, Malacca. |
Tourist attractions
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- Acehnese Headstone
- Agricultural Museum
- Asahan Waterfall
- Bukit Langsat Recreational Forest
- Chinchin Lake Extreme Park
- Datuk Senara Mausoleum
- Demang Abdul Ghani Gallery
- Jasin Square
- Portuguese Well
- Selandar Agro Park
- Serkam Jamek Mosque
- Serompol Tehel Recreational Park
- Sultan Ali of Johor Mausoleum, Umbai Mukim
- Tun Teja Mausoleum
Shopping
edit- Fresh and Convenient Store (Fresco)
- Jasin Shopping Centre
- MYDIN Mall Jasin Bestari
- Econsave
- Jasin Point Family Store
- Merlimau Street Mall (Upcoming)
- Plaza Bestari (Under Construction)
- Cafe Hipster Baruk Escape and Fishing Pond
Transportation
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Jasin town center is about half-an-hour drive away from Malacca City. From nearby Asahan it is possible to ascend the peak of Mount Ledang in Johor. Asahan is a border town boasting waterfalls. Jasin also borders Tangkak District, particularly the town of Tangkak in Johor. The two towns are about ten minutes' drive away from each other.
See also
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References
edit- ^ a b https://www.dosm.gov.my/v1/uploads/files/6_Newsletter/Newsletter%202020/DOSM_DOSM_MELAKA_1_2020_Siri-81.pdf [bare URL PDF]
- ^ (email@dotdot.my), Dot Dot Holdings Sdn Bhd. "Pejabat Daerah dan Tanah Jasin, Melaka : Perutusan Pegawai Daerah". Pejabat Daerah dan Tanah Jasin, Melaka : Perutusan Pegawai Daerah. Archived from the original on 27 February 2021. Retrieved 27 November 2017.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ a b (email@dotdot.my), Dot Dot Holdings Sdn Bhd. "Pejabat Daerah dan Tanah Jasin, Melaka : Peta & Keluasan". Pejabat Daerah dan Tanah Jasin, Melaka : Peta & Keluasan. Archived from the original on 25 February 2021. Retrieved 27 July 2016.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ "Population Distribution and Basic Demographic Characteristics, 2010" (PDF). Department of Statistics, Malaysia. Archived from the original (PDF) on 22 May 2014. Retrieved 19 April 2012.
- ^ "Portal Rasmi Majlis Perbandaran Jasin - Latar Belakang Jasin". Archived from the original on 5 March 2016. Retrieved 29 May 2015.
- ^ "Key Findings of Population and Housing Census of Malaysia 2020" (pdf) (in Malay and English). Department of Statistics, Malaysia. ISBN 978-967-2000-85-3.
- ^ Melaka Halal Hub