Centre-Ouest Region facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Centre-Ouest
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Region
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The Grand Marché in Koudougou, the region's largest urban center.
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Location in Burkina Faso
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| Country |  Burkina Faso |
| Capital | Koudougou |
| Area | |
| • Total | 8,387 sq mi (21,722 km2) |
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| • Total | 1,348,784 |
| Time zone | UTC+0 (GMT 0) |
Centre-Ouest is one of the 13 special areas, called regions, that make up the country of Burkina Faso in West Africa. It's like a big state or province within the country. The main city and capital of this region is Koudougou.
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About Centre-Ouest
Centre-Ouest means "Central-West" in French, which describes its location in Burkina Faso. This region is an important part of the country, home to many people and different ways of life.
Where is Centre-Ouest?
The Centre-Ouest region is located in the central-western part of Burkina Faso. It covers a large area of about 21,722 square kilometers (which is about 8,387 square miles). To give you an idea, that's bigger than some small countries!
Life in Centre-Ouest
As of 2011, about 1,348,784 people lived in the Centre-Ouest region. Most people in the region live in rural areas, meaning they live in the countryside rather than in big cities. They often work in farming. The region's capital, Koudougou, is the biggest city and a busy center for trade and daily life.
Koudougou: The Capital City
Koudougou is the most important city in Centre-Ouest. It's where the regional government is located and where many people go for markets, schools, and other services. Koudougou is also known for its large market, called the Grand Marché, which is a lively place where people buy and sell all sorts of goods. It even has a train station, which helps connect the city to other parts of Burkina Faso.
Provinces of Centre-Ouest
The Centre-Ouest region is divided into four smaller areas called provinces. Think of them like counties within a state. Each province has its own local administration. These four provinces are:
- Boulkiemdé
- Sanguié
- Sissili
- Ziro
Images for kids
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Koudougou train station
See also
In Spanish: Región Centro-Oeste (Burkina Faso) para niños
