Tanjung Semberong is a traditional village located within the Batu Pahat District, Johor—believed to fall under Mukim Linau or Mukim Sri Gading. It is known for its strong community bonds, agricultural livelihood, and peaceful rural environment. The area is slowly developing with basic infrastructure and connectivity to nearby towns like Parit Raja and Yong Peng.
Formation & Background
The name “Tanjung Semberong” likely originates from its geographical positioning near lowland rivers and “tanjung” (land jutting into river areas).
Traditionally settled by Malay agricultural families, the village maintains its kampung lifestyle, while adapting to gradual modernization.
Over the years, some families have diversified into small businesses, livestock farming, and even homestay tourism initiatives.
Administrative Information
Category
Details
Locality Name
Tanjung Semberong
Mukim (Sub-district)
Likely under Mukim Linau or Sri Gading
District
Batu Pahat
State
Johor
Local Council
Majlis Perbandaran Batu Pahat (MPBP)
Nearby Towns
Parit Raja, Seri Medan, Yong Peng
Public Facilities & Services
Category
Examples
Education
Sekolah Agama Tanjung Semberong (if applicable), nearby SK Linau
Healthcare
Klinik Desa (if available), nearest Klinik Kesihatan in Sri Gading or Parit Raja
Mosque
Masjid Kampung Tanjung Semberong
Shops & Markets
Local warung, groceries, mobile vendors
Law Enforcement & Emergency
Service
Details
Nearest Police Station
Likely Balai Polis Parit Raja or Seri Medan
Fire Station
Balai Bomba Parit Sulong or Batu Pahat
Emergency Hotline
999 (National Police & Medical Emergency)
Leadership & Governance
Position
Name / Notes
Parliament (MP – P147 Batu Pahat)
Onn Abu Bakar (Pakatan Harapan – PKR)
State Assembly (ADUN)
Likely under N25 Parit Yaani
Local Council (MPBP)
YDP: Tn. Hj. Azman bin Hj. Jaafar
Ahli Majlis MPBP (Zon)
[Name based on ward – to confirm from MPBP]
Penghulu Mukim
[Pending confirmation – Pejabat Daerah]
Ketua Kampung
[Usually 1 for Kampung Tanjung Semberong – local appointment]
Community & Lifestyle
Strong gotong-royong (communal work) culture
Celebrates major festivals like Hari Raya, Maulidur Rasul with processions & feasts
Youths participate in silat, nasyid, and traditional games
A calm, low-density village ideal for retirees and agriculture-based families
Summary
Tanjung Semberong is a living memory of Johor’s rich rural culture. With supportive local leadership, peaceful surroundings, and gradual infrastructure development, this kampung remains one of the last strongholds of harmonious kampung life in Batu Pahat.
