Spatial Distribution of Digital Population Identity (IKD) Ownership in Sumedang Regency

Abstrak

The supporting facilities and infrastructure for information and communication technology-based services in Sumedang Regency are very adequate, and the population owns smartphones, reaching 77.5% (Sumedang Regency Statistics Office, 2020). However, the DIGITAL IDENTITY target of 813,120 people has only been achieved by 19,997 people, or 2.46% (Directorate General of Civil Registration, Ministry of Home Affairs, 2023). This researcher is interested in identifying the achievement of the DIGITAL IDENTITY target, the distribution of DIGITAL IDENTITY ownership in each sub-district, and the factors influencing its achievement in Sumedang Regency. The research method used a descriptive qualitative approach with the Diffusion of Innovation theory (Rogers, 2003) with five process stages: knowledge, persuasion, decision, implementation, and confirmation. Data collection techniques included interviews, observation, and documentation, informan Officials of the Population and Civil Registration Service and the Community. Data analysis was conducted using the Miles and Huberman method through data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study indicate that the spatial distribution of IKD activation in Sumedang Regency indicates inequality in achievement between sub-districts, and the diffusion of IKD innovations in Sumedang Regency is not evenly distributed. The three highest sub-districts (over 70%) are Ganeas, Buahdua, and Cisarua. The lowest (40%) are Ujungjaya, Surian, and Wado. Jatinangor is considered a low-income area for higher education. Contributing factors include regional characteristics, the lack of awareness of IKD and its benefits among the public, and digital infrastructure constraints. Increased outreach, strengthening of digital infrastructure, and strengthening of outreach services are needed, as well as the development of a more user-friendly service system so that IKD implementation can be more effective and inclusive.