Janda Baik

Coordinates: 3°19′40.3″N 101°51′21.8″E / 3.327861°N 101.856056°E / 3.327861; 101.856056
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Janda Baik
Jando Baék
MST)
Postcode
28750
Telephone area code+6-09

Janda Baik (Bentong Malay: Jando Baék) is a village in Bentong District, Pahang, Malaysia. It is about 45 km from Kuala Lumpur[3] and 800 m above sea level. It was estimated to have a population of around 2,820 in 2019.

Janda Baik was first settled by three Bentong villagers in 1930 who moved when the town was flooded in 1926. More villagers settled there afterwards, and the village was frequently visited by the Sultan of Pahang.

Although it formerly only focused on the agricultural industry, Janda Baik also focuses on the electronics and tourism industries today. However, the development of agriculture and tourism in Janda Baik has led to threats of deforestation that will affect the ecosystem, erode cultural and traditional values, and disrupt the villagers' daily lives, which has led to protests from villagers.

History

Foundation and etymology

Villagers in front of Janda Baik's first mosque, in 1933. Haji Yasir (in black) was one of the three original settlers of the village.

Before Janda Baik was founded in 1930, the area was primarily inhabited by Orang Asli tribes. The village was founded when some residents moved from Bentong to an area with a higher elevation due to the 1926 floods that affected Bentong and other low elevation areas. The earliest founders for this village are Haji Deris, Haji Kadir, and Haji Yasir, who built a hut and stayed in the area for almost a week before others start to populate the area. The village was originally given the name Kampung Tiga Haji to refer to the three early settlers.[4]

The rising population in Janda Baik caught the attention of Abu Bakar of Pahang, the Sultan of Pahang,[4] who first visited the village in 1932. The Sultan disliked the village's name and asked for it to be changed.[3][4]

An argument between the Orang Asli chief Tok Batin Wok and his wife Siah caused both to separate for a month before they reconciled. Four weeks later after their reconciliation, Bentong district officer Henry Peacock suggested that the name should be changed to Janda Baik, as janda in Malay means "divorcee" (or "widow") and baik refers to the relationship between Orang Asli chief Tok Batin Wok and his wife Siah, which improved since they reunited. The village was officially renamed to Janda Baik on 19 September 1936.[5]

Another reason Janda Baik was chosen as the village name is that a widow had helped treat the injured Pahang army returning to their base in Pahang when they fought in the civil war in Selangor. She offered medicine to treat the injured people. Because of this, the village was given the name Janda Baik to honor her kindness, where janda and baik respectively mean "widow" (or "divorcee") and "good" in the Malay language.[6]

In the village, there used to be an island called Pulau Santap that was located in the middle of the big stream that ran through it.[7] It was used by the Sultan of Pahang as resting place; the word santap refers to eating in Malay language. The island eroded due to development in the area.[3]

Post-independence

Archway marking the entrance of the village

Janda Baik started to become popular after the late

UMNO division committee meeting.[8] The Malaysian government feared that a Federal Government's Minister may have been captured by communist guerillas due to his participation in fights against the Japanese Red Army from 1973 to 1981.[9] He survived with light injuries while the co-pilot (Vergis Chacko) and his bodyguard (Charon Daan) were killed in the crash.[10][11]

As

Perang Besar, Selangor.[12]

In August 2019, villagers protested further development of ecotourism in this area that were silently implemented by authorities without the residents' consent. They claimed that ecotourism development would erode cultural and traditional values, and disrupt the villagers' daily lives. The residents demanded that the authorities should focus on improving the road conditions and cleaning the river instead.[1]

In September 2021, the Malaysian Celebrity Vie Shantie Khan announced that Janda Baik belongs to the Gombak district.

Geography

Coniferous forest
in Janda Baik

Janda Baik is located on the

Indian whistling duck which has longer legs and an erect posture more similar to goose than other duck species.[16]

Climate

Janda Baik's climate is classified as tropical. Rainfall is significant in this area throughout the year. The climate is Af according to the

Köppen-Geiger climate classification system. The temperature here averages 27.8 °C (82.0 °F),[17] and falls between 23 °C (73 °F) and 28 °C (82 °F) during the daytime, and at evening can reach 22 °C (72 °F).[18] The average yearly rainfall is 2,938 mm (115.7 in). Precipitation is the lowest in July, with an average of 132 mm (5.2 in). The most precipitation falls in November—an average of 391 mm (15.4 in). With an average temperature of 28.7 °C (83.7 °F), June is the hottest month of the year. December has the lowest average temperature of the year—27.1 °C (80.8 °F). Between the driest and wettest months, the difference in precipitation is 259 mm (10.2 in).[17]

Climate data for Janda Baik
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) 32.4
(90.3) 		33.3
(91.9) 		33.3
(91.9) 		33.6
(92.5) 		33.8
(92.8) 		33.6
(92.5) 		33
(91) 		32.8
(91.0) 		32.7
(90.9) 		32.8
(91.0) 		32.3
(90.1) 		31.8
(89.2) 		32.9
(91.3)
Daily mean °C (°F) 27.3
(81.1) 		27.7
(81.9) 		27.7
(81.9) 		27.9
(82.2) 		28.4
(83.1) 		28.7
(83.7) 		28.3
(82.9) 		28.2
(82.8) 		27.9
(82.2) 		27.8
(82.0) 		27.3
(81.1) 		27.1
(80.8) 		27.9
(82.1)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) 23.7
(74.7) 		23.7
(74.7) 		23.6
(74.5) 		23.9
(75.0) 		24.2
(75.6) 		24.4
(75.9) 		24.2
(75.6) 		24.4
(75.9) 		24.2
(75.6) 		24.3
(75.7) 		24.2
(75.6) 		23.9
(75.0) 		24.1
(75.3)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 241
(9.5) 		211
(8.3) 		295
(11.6) 		328
(12.9) 		198
(7.8) 		137
(5.4) 		132
(5.2) 		198
(7.8) 		208
(8.2) 		284
(11.2) 		391
(15.4) 		315
(12.4) 		2,938
(115.7)
Average rainy days 38 35 43 48 33 23 24 29 35 43 59 45 455
Average
relative humidity
(%) 		74.1 72.3 76.3 76.9 74.2 71.8 71.5 72.4 73.3 75.6 79.4 78.8 74.7
Source: championtraveler.com[17]

Economy

The Elektrisola electronics factory

Most early residents made their living in agriculture through small

bananas on paddy fields. However, due to lack of maintenance on the paddy fields, the yields declined rapidly and the fields were invaded by Imperata cylindrica.[20] About 55% of the residents surveyed identified as farmers in 2001.[21]

In recent years, some people moved from urban areas to Janda Baik to set up farming businesses, experience a cooler climate, or escape from an urban livelihood. Urban farmers sold their vegetables to customers and restaurants in Janda Baik.

Fig plantations became a tourist attraction in Janda Baik.[22]

The

litz wires to support the rapidly growing Asian market and economy, and created 1,000 jobs for villagers and nearby inhabitants. 90% of the products produced are exported to Asia, Europe, and Latin America.[23]

Sports and recreation

Road bike stacked in a bicycle parking
Road bikes stacked in bicycle parking
Trail running in Janda Baik
Trail running

In recent years, Janda Baik has become a popular spot for

cyclists and trail runners. The town has become popular among cyclists who perceive it as an ideal place for cycling due to its route's hill terrain were perceived as challenging, in addition to scenic views, little traffic, cold climate and a cuisine haven.[24] The village is also popular for trail running due to its hilly slopes,[25] and also has a swimming pool, paintball and ATV driving.[3]

References

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  2. ^ a b Tam, Susan (2012-06-29). "Janda Baik". The Star. Retrieved 2020-07-07.
  3. ^ a b c d e f Athira, Teh; Nita Jay, Beatrice (2018-09-02). "Places: Cool Janda Baik nature hotspot". New Straits Times. Retrieved 2020-07-07.
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  6. ^ Kok, F. K. (2006-02-21). "A retreat for those from KL". New Straits Times. Retrieved 2020-07-13.
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  11. ^ Ishak, Azar (2018-04-09). "KING GHAZ: NYARIS-NYARIS JADI TIMBALAN PERDANA MENTERI SEBELUM DR MAHATHIR" [Ghaz king: Becoming vice prime minister before Mahathir era]. soscili.my (in Malay). Retrieved 2020-07-07.
  12. ^ Chin Siong, Ho (2006-11-16). "Putrajaya–Administrative Centreof Malaysia-PlanningConcept and Implementation" (PDF). Sustainable Urban Development and Governance Conference at Sung Kyun Kwan University, Seoul: 3–4. Retrieved 2020-07-07.
  13. BERNAMA (2018-07-11). "TNB cable project a threat to Janda Baik's forest and rivers". The Sun
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  14. BERNAMA (2017-12-12). "100,000 trees to be planted in Pahang next year". The Star
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  15. ^ Tan, Vincent (2016-02-19). "Taking monkeys seriously". The Star. Retrieved 2021-07-08.
  16. ^ Povera, Adib (2019-05-01). "Malaysia's 'green warrior' dies at 82". New Straits Times. Retrieved 2021-07-08.
  17. ^ a b c "The Best Time to Visit Janda Baik, Malaysia for Weather, Safety, & Tourism". Champion Traveler. Retrieved 2021-07-08.
  18. ^ Shamsudin, Rai (2018-06-14). "Time for a liberating holiday with nature at Janda Baik". Free Malaysia Today. Retrieved 2021-07-08.
  19. ^ Brookfield, p. 36 - 37
  20. ^ Brookfield, p. 37
  21. ^ Brookfield, p. 38
  22. ^ "Fig farming a new attraction in Pahang". The Star. 2018-10-19. Retrieved 2020-07-07.
  23. ^ Alagesh, T.N. (2018-03-22). "Elektrisola: a model corporate citizen". New Straits Times. Retrieved 2020-07-07.
  24. ^ "Janda Baik jaunt". Cycling Plus. 2018-10-18. Archived from the original on 2020-07-09. Retrieved 2020-07-07.
  25. ^ "Janda Baik quick escape from city". 2017-05-27. The Star. Retrieved 2020-07-07.

Bibliography

  • Harold Brookfield (2001). Exploring Agrodiversity. New York City: Columbia University Press.
    ISBN 9780231501125

External links

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