“Poris,” a name whispered on the wind. It carries tales of forests and fighters. Today, we stand in Poris Gaga Baru. This kelurahan is a part of Batuceper in Tangerang. Imagine, if you will, how Poris Gaga Baru got its name.
Some say “Poris” comes from “forest.” Long ago, this area was a dense woodland. Many crows lived here. People called it Poris Gaga because of these birds. The forest changed over time. It became farmland and a spice trading hub.
Another story tells of Poris Plawad. This version claims the forest was full of plawad trees. So, the area became known for this specific wood. But there’s another possibility.
Local legends speak of “jawara,” Tangerang’s champions. These fighters used “Poris” as a simple code. It helped them remember the region’s many areas. Some believed Poris was an acronym. It stood for Persatuan Organisasi Ilmu Silat. This translates to the United Organization of Martial Arts.
Still another version credits a female warrior. Her name was Mpok Ris or Risma. She was a pendekar, a fighter, from Tangerang. Mpok Ris was also a freedom fighter. Yet, her story remains largely unconfirmed. Historians are still searching for her true history. Where is her family line? Where is her grave? These questions remain unanswered.
Poris Gaga Baru is more than just a name. It is a place with a population of 11,038 people. This data was recorded in 2022. The kelurahan is divided into communities. There are 24 Rukun Tetangga or neighborhood units. Then there are 4 Rukun Warga or community associations.
The area spans 1.01 square kilometers. That’s about 10,801 people per square kilometer. Poris Gaga Baru is a vibrant community today.
Despite the varying tales, people respect these origin stories. They celebrate the differences. If Mpok Ris’s grave is found, the community will honor her. They will fight to make her grave a cultural heritage site.
So, as we stand here in Poris Gaga Baru, remember its layers of history. Think of the forests, the fighters, and the mysteries. This place is a blend of stories. These stories connect to its name. Poris Gaga Baru is a living testament to Tangerang’s rich past.