| Country | Indonesia |
| Province | Central Java |
| Region | Banyumas Regency, Java Island |
| City Status | Town & Administrative Capital of Banyumas Regency |
| Established | Historically developed during the Mataram era; became administrative center of Banyumas Regency |
| Coordinates | Approximately 7.4244° S, 109.2396° E |
| Total Area | ~38.58 sq km (urban districts combined) |
| Land Area | ~38.58 sq km |
| Water Area | Minimal |
| Population (2020) | ~249,618 |
| Population (mid-2024 est.) | ~260,000+ |
| Population Rank | Largest urban center in Banyumas Regency |
| Major Districts (Kecamatan) | Purwokerto Utara, Purwokerto Selatan, Purwokerto Timur, Purwokerto Barat |
| Main Industries | Education, trade, services, agriculture, banking, small-scale manufacturing |
| Major Transport | Road and rail connections; Purwokerto Railway Station linking to Jakarta, Bandung, Yogyakarta, and Surabaya |
| Time Zone | Western Indonesia Time (WIB, UTC+07:00) |
| Known For | Mount Slamet tourism access, Baturraden resort area, mendoan (local fried tempeh), education centers, and cool highland climate |
| Website | https://banyumaskab.go.id/ |
Top Attractions in Purwokerto in Indonesia
- Baturaden – scenic highland area with waterfalls, hot springs, and nature trails
- Pendopo Sipanji – historic government building and cultural landmark
- Purwokerto Town Square (Alun-Alun Purwokerto) – central plaza for events, leisure, and family activities
- Purwokerto Botanical Garden – garden with tropical plants, walking paths, and picnic areas
- Pendopo Agung Purwokerto – cultural venue for traditional performances and exhibitions
- Purwokerto Water Park – family-friendly park with swimming pools and slides
- Curug Cipendok – nearby waterfall popular for trekking and nature photography
- Purwokerto Cultural Center – venue showcasing local arts, music, and performances
- Local Culinary Street – street famous for traditional Javanese food and snacks
- Purwokerto Train Station – historic railway station and city landmark
Distance from Purwokerto to Other Indonesia Cities
- Purwokerto to Jakarta – 299 km (186 miles)
- Purwokerto to Bandung – 187 km (116 miles)
- Purwokerto to Semarang – 214 km (133 miles)
- Purwokerto to Yogyakarta – 132 km (82 miles)
- Purwokerto to Surabaya – 388 km (241 miles)
- Purwokerto to Palembang – 697 km (433 miles)
- Purwokerto to Pekanbaru – 1,236 km (768 miles)
- Purwokerto to Pontianak – 822 km (511 miles)
- Purwokerto to Padang – 1,218 km (757 miles)
- Purwokerto to Denpasar – 673 km (418 miles)
- Purwokerto to Makassar – 1,154 km (717 miles)
- Purwokerto to Medan – 1,695 km (1,053 miles)

