Abstract:
Social aspects such as coordination, cooperation, trust, concern, information flow affect the
success of restoration activities. These elements are part of the social capital. The research
aims to analyze the characteristics of individuals and social capital of the community in
peatland restoration efforts. The object of this case study was the community of Pulantani
village. Six indicators were used to assess individual characteristics, while 75 indicators were
used to assess social capital. The number of respondents was determined using the Slovin
formula. Data were analyzed using individual characteristic and social capital analysis. The
individual characteristics obtained in Pulantani village fall into the moderate (>10 – 14). The
indicators of age and length of residence have high values. This indicates the availability of a
highly productive workforce and that they are locals, making this strength of the village. The
level of social capital in Pulantani village is moderate (score= 233.59). The community of
Pulantani village has strengths in trust, social norms, and sympathy and reciprocal action.
