Paloemeu


Paloemeu or Palumeu is a small Amerindian village in the interior of Suriname, situated at the site where the Paloemeu River joins the Tapanahoni River. Most inhabitants of the village are native Tiriyó Amerindians. The remainder belongs to Wayana tribe. Vincent Fayks Airport is located near the village. The 718 metre high Kasikasima mountain is located near Paloemeu. The Bosatlas in 1968 identified the village as Pepejoe which was incorrect according to the New West Indian Guide.

Energy

Since the early 2000s there have been efforts to construct a micro hydroelectric power plant in the Panato creek to provide Paloemeu with electricity. These efforts were initiated by the Dutch entrepreneur Arnout van de Werken. Several difficulties, including the flooding of the small reservoir in 2005, have hampered the project. As of 2014, Palumeu still does not have full day electricity, and continues to rely on the few hours of diesel-generated electricity provided by the government.

Education

Paloemeu is home to a primary school.

Healthcare

Paloemeu is home to a Medische Zending healthcare centre.