Chihuahua Municipality facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chihuahua
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Municipality of Chihuahua
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| Country |  Mexico |
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| State | Chihuahua | ||
| Municipal seat | Chihuahua, Chih. | ||
| Municipality created | 7 August 1821 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 9,219.30 km2 (3,559.59 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 1,440 m (4,720 ft) | ||
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 819,543 | ||
| Postal code |
31000
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| Area code(s) | 614 | ||
| Website | www.municipiochihuahua.gob.mx | ||
Chihuahua is one of the 67 municipalities of Chihuahua in northern Mexico. It's like a county or a local government area. The main city in this municipality is also called Chihuahua. This city is super important because it's the capital of the whole state of Chihuahua.
In 2010, about 819,543 people lived in the Chihuahua municipality. This was more than the 758,791 people who lived there in 2005. The municipality covers a large area of about 9,219.30 square kilometers.
Most people in the municipality live in the city of Chihuahua. In 2010, about 809,232 people lived in the city itself. Besides the main city, there are many smaller towns and villages. The biggest rural town is El Sauz, which had about 1,499 people in 2010.
Geography
The Chihuahua municipality is home to many different places. There are 888 smaller towns and villages, called localities, spread across its large area.
Main Towns and Villages
While the city of Chihuahua is the biggest place, here are some of the other important localities:
- Chihuahua City: This is the largest city and the main hub.
- El Sauz: This is the biggest rural community in the municipality.
- Nuevo Delicias: Another notable community.
- San Isidro, Los Hoyos: A smaller but recognized locality.
- La Casita: One of the many small villages.
These places, along with many others, make up the diverse landscape of the Chihuahua municipality.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Chihuahua para niños
