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Bolívar
Village
Bolívar, Uruguay is located in Uruguay
Bolívar, Uruguay
Bolívar, Uruguay
Location in Uruguay
Country  Uruguay
Department Canelones Department
Population
 (2011)
 • Total 139
Time zone UTC -3
Postal code
91401
Dial plan +598 4311 (+4 digits)

Bolívar is a small village located in the Canelones Department of Uruguay. It is a quiet place with a small community.

Where is Bolívar?

Location and Surroundings

Bolívar is found right next to the Santa Lucía River. This river is an important natural feature in the area. The village is also located along Route 7, which is a main road in Uruguay.

It is about 75 kilometers (about 47 miles) northeast of Montevideo. Montevideo is the capital city of Uruguay. Being northeast means it is located towards the top right direction on a map from Montevideo.

A Look at Bolívar's Past

How Bolívar Became a Village

Bolívar has a special date in its history. On February 4, 1886, a special rule or "Decree" was made. This rule officially declared Bolívar as a "Pueblo," which means it was recognized as a village. This was an important step for the community.

Who Lives in Bolívar?

Population Over the Years

The number of people living in Bolívar has changed over time. In 2011, there were 139 people living in the village. This number can go up and down as people move in or out.

Here is a quick look at how the population has changed:

Year Population
1963 110
1975 107
1985 100
1996 152
2004 94
2011 139

This information comes from the Instituto Nacional de Estadística de Uruguay, which is Uruguay's national statistics office. They keep track of how many people live in different places.

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