Central District (Israel) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Center District
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| • Hebrew | מְחוֹז הַמֶּרְכָּז |
| • Arabic | المنطقة الوسطى |
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| Cities | 18 |
| Local Councils | 22 |
| Regional Councils | 12 |
| Capital | Ramla |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,293 km2 (499 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,115,800 |
| ISO 3166 code | IL-M |
The Central District (Hebrew: מְחוֹז הַמֶּרְכָּז, Meḥoz haMerkaz; Arabic: المنطقة الوسطى) is one of the six main areas, or districts, in Israel. Think of it like a big region within a country. Its main city, or capital, is Ramla.
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What is the Central District?
The Central District is a very important part of Israel. It is located in the middle of the country. This district is home to many people and cities.
Where is the Central District located?
This district is right in the heart of Israel. It stretches from the Mediterranean Sea in the west. It goes towards the West Bank in the east. Its central location makes it a busy area.
How big is the Central District?
The Central District covers an area of about 1,293 square kilometers. To help you imagine, that's roughly the size of a large city. It's not the biggest district in Israel. But it is one of the most populated.
How many people live there?
In 2016, over 2.1 million people lived in the Central District. This makes it one of the most crowded districts in Israel. Many people choose to live here. This is because of its central location and job opportunities.
What are the main cities?
The capital city of the Central District is Ramla. It is an ancient city with a rich history. Besides Ramla, there are 17 other cities in the district. Some well-known cities include Petah Tikva, Rishon LeZion, and Netanya. These cities are important centers for living and working.
Local and Regional Councils
The district also has 22 local councils. These are smaller towns and villages. There are also 12 regional councils. These councils manage groups of smaller communities. This helps organize services for everyone.
Who leads the Central District?
The Central District has a leader. This person is called an Appointee. In 2016, Jonathan Bar-Siman-Tov was the Appointee. This leader helps manage the district's affairs. They work to serve the people living there.
Images for kids
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Petah Tikva, Central District
See also
In Spanish: Distrito Central (Israel) para niños
