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Acevedo, Huila
Municipality and town
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Location of the municipality and town of Acevedo, Huila in the Huila Department of Colombia.
Location of the municipality and town of Acevedo, Huila in the Huila Department of Colombia.
Country  Colombia
Department Huila Department
Population
 (2020 est.)
 • Total 36,649
Time zone UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time)

Acevedo (pronounced ah-seh-VAY-doh) is a town and a special area called a municipality in the Huila Department of Colombia. It is a place where many people live and work, contributing to the life of the region.

What is Acevedo?

Acevedo is both a town and a municipality. Think of a municipality like a county or a local government area. It includes the main town of Acevedo and the smaller villages and rural areas around it. This means Acevedo is a center for people living in the surrounding countryside.

Where is Acevedo Located?

Acevedo is found in the Huila Department, which is one of the many departments (like states or provinces) in Colombia. Colombia is a country located in South America. The Huila Department is known for its beautiful landscapes and important agricultural areas. Acevedo is part of this vibrant region.

People and Population

As of 2020, about 36,649 people call Acevedo home. This number includes everyone living in the main town and the wider municipality area. Knowing the population helps us understand how big a community is and how many people live there.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Acevedo (Colombia) para niños

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