Bolívar Province, Ecuador facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Bolivar
Province
Province of Bolivar
Flag Coat of arms
Location of the Bolívar Province in Ecuador.
Cantons of Bolívar Province
Country	Ecuador
Established	1827
Capital	Guaranda
Area
• Total	3,945.38 km2 (1,523.32 sq mi)
Population  (2010 census)
• Total	183,641
• Density	46.54583/km2 (120.5532/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC-5 (ECT)
Vehicle registration	B

Bolívar is a special area in Ecuador, like a state or region. It's called a province. The main city and capital of Bolívar Province is Guaranda.

What is Bolívar Province?

Bolívar Province is one of the 24 provinces in Ecuador. It is located in the central part of the country. The province is named after Simón Bolívar, a very important leader in South American history.

Where is Bolívar Province?

This province is in the middle of Ecuador. It covers an area of about 3,945 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of a small country! In 2010, about 183,641 people lived there.

Cities and Towns (Cantons)

Bolívar Province is split into 7 smaller parts called cantons. Each canton has its own main town or city. These cantons help manage the different areas within the province.

Here is a list of the cantons, their population in 2019, their size, and their main town:

See also

In Spanish: Provincia de Bolívar (Ecuador) para niños