Bizerte Governorate facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bizerte
بنزرت
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Map of Tunisia with Bizerte highlighted
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| Country |  Tunisia |
| Created | June 21, 1956 |
| Capital | Bizerte |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3,750 km2 (1,450 sq mi) |
| Area rank | Ranked 13th of 24 |
| Population
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| • Total | 568,219 |
| • Rank | Ranked 7th of 24 |
| • Density | 151.53/km2 (392.4/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01 (CET) |
| Postal prefix |
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| ISO 3166 code | TN-23 |
Bizerte Governorate (which is called Wilāyat Benzart in Arabic) is one of the 24 special areas, like states or provinces, in the country of Tunisia. It's located in the very north of Tunisia. This area covers about 3,750 square kilometers. In 2014, about 568,219 people lived there. The main city and capital of this governorate is Bizerte.
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What is Bizerte Governorate?
A governorate is like a large region or administrative area within a country. Think of it as a state or a big county. Bizerte Governorate is one of these important regions in Tunisia. It was officially created on June 21, 1956.
Where is Bizerte Governorate Located?
Bizerte Governorate is found in the northern part of Tunisia. It's known for being close to the Mediterranean Sea. The total size of the land it covers is 3,750 square kilometers. This makes it the 13th largest governorate out of 24 in Tunisia.
How Many People Live There?
According to a count done in 2014, there were 568,219 people living in Bizerte Governorate. This number makes it the 7th most populated governorate in Tunisia.
Who is in Charge of Bizerte Governorate?
Each governorate in Tunisia has a leader called a Governor. The Governor is in charge of managing the area and making sure things run smoothly for the people who live there. The main office for the Governor is in the capital city of Bizerte.
