Barranqueras facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Barranqueras
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Barranqueras town hall
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 Barranqueras
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Chaco |
| Department | San Fernando |
| Population
(2010 census)
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| • Total | 54,698 |
| Time zone | UTC−3 (ART) |
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H3503
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| Dialing code | +54 3722 |
Barranqueras is a city in the country of Argentina. It is located in the southeast part of the Chaco province. The city sits on a small river that flows into the Paraná River.
Barranqueras is very close to Resistencia, which is the capital city of Chaco province. It is only about 7 kilometers away. Because of this, Barranqueras is part of Resistencia's larger city area. In 2010, over 54,000 people lived in Barranqueras. This makes it the third biggest city in the Chaco province.
About Barranqueras
Barranqueras is an important place for trade. It is a key spot for business, especially with countries that are part of Mercosur. Mercosur is a group of South American nations that work together on trade.
The Important Port
Barranqueras has a busy port on the Paraná River. A port is a place where ships can load and unload goods. This port is located at kilometer 1,198 along the Paraná River. The government of the Chaco province has been in charge of managing this port since 1991. The port helps move many products in and out of the region.
City Leaders
The leader of a city is called a Mayor. The Mayor helps run the city and makes decisions for its people. Alicia Azula was elected as the Mayor of Barranqueras in 2003. She was chosen by the people to lead the city. She was re-elected two more times after that, showing that people trusted her to continue her work.
See also
In Spanish: Barranqueras para niños
