Nakoupili

Nakoupili is a remote village located in the Southern Highlands Province of Papua New Guinea. The village is situated in a mountainous region and is accessible only by foot or by air due to the rugged terrain.

The language spoken in Nakoupili is Melpa, which belongs to the Trans-New Guinea language family. The Melpa people have a rich cultural heritage and traditional practices, which include lush gardening, hunting, and gathering. The people of Nakoupili are primarily engaged in subsistence farming, where they grow crops such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, and taro.

Nakoupili is known for its vibrant art scene, with local artists creating traditional carvings, masks, and other handicrafts. The village is surrounded by rich cultural and natural resources, including ancient alluvial valleys and mountain forests that support a variety of plant and animal species.

The economy of Nakoupili village is largely reliant on support from aid organizations, government funding, and some income generated from local handicraft sales. Infrastructure development in the area is limited, with a lack of access to basic services such as healthcare, education, and sanitation facilities. However, local communities are working towards improving access to these essential services and promoting sustainable development in the region. The isolation of Nakoupili village presents ongoing challenges for economic growth and social development.