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Arroyohondo
Municipality and town
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Location of the municipality and town of Arroyo Hondo in the Bolívar Department of Colombia
Location of the municipality and town of Arroyo Hondo in the Bolívar Department of Colombia
Arroyohondo is located in Colombia
Arroyohondo
Arroyohondo
Location in Colombia
Country  Colombia
Department Flag of Bolívar (Colombia).svg Bolívar Department
Area
 • Municipality and town 162 km2 (63 sq mi)
Elevation
30 m (100 ft)
Population
 (2015)
 • Municipality and town 9,907
 • Urban
6,635
Website http://www.arroyohondo-bolivar.gov.co/

Arroyohondo is a town and a municipality located in the northern part of Colombia. It is found within the Bolívar Department. This area is known for its warm climate and natural beauty. Arroyohondo is home to many people who live and work there.

About Arroyohondo

Arroyohondo is both a town and a municipality. A municipality is like a local government area. It includes the main town and the surrounding rural areas. This means Arroyohondo is a central place for the region around it.

Where is Arroyohondo Located?

Arroyohondo is in the Bolívar Department of Colombia. This department is in the northern part of the country. It is close to the Caribbean coast. The town is about 30 meters (98 feet) above sea level. Its exact location is 10 degrees North and 75 degrees West.

How Many People Live There?

As of 2015, about 9,907 people lived in the Arroyohondo municipality. Most of these people, around 6,635, live in the main town area. The rest live in the countryside nearby. The people of Arroyohondo contribute to the local economy and culture.

What is a Municipality?

In Colombia, a municipality is a very important local division. It is similar to a county or a district in other countries. Each municipality has its own local government. This government helps manage services like schools, health, and public safety for the people living there. Arroyohondo is one of these important local areas.

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