Chimbarongo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chimbarongo
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Crafts of Chimbarongo.
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| Country |  Chile |
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| Region |  O'Higgins |
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| Province |  Colchagua |
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| Government | |||||
| • Type | Municipality | ||||
| Area | |||||
| • Total | 497.9 km2 (192.2 sq mi) | ||||
| Elevation | 295 m (968 ft) | ||||
| Population | |||||
| • Total | 33,446 | ||||
| • Density | 67.174/km2 (173.980/sq mi) | ||||
| • Urban | 16,889 | ||||
| • Rural | 15,427 | ||||
| Sex | |||||
| • Men | 16,612 | ||||
| • Women | 15,704 | ||||
| Time zone | UTC-4 (CLT) | ||||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-3 (CLST) | ||||
| Area code(s) | (+56) 72 | ||||
| Website | Municipality of Chimbarongo | ||||
Chimbarongo is a city and commune in Chile. It is located about 160 kilometers (100 miles) south of Santiago. This city is part of the Colchagua Province in the O'Higgins Region.
Many people in Chimbarongo are known for their amazing wickerwork. They create beautiful baskets and other items using mimbre, a type of plant material. This craft is a big part of their culture and economy.
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Life in Chimbarongo: People and Places
Chimbarongo is home to many people, living in both city and country areas. In 2002, about 32,316 people lived here. This included 16,612 men and 15,704 women.
City vs. Country Living
More than half of the people, about 16,889, live in the city parts of Chimbarongo. The rest, around 15,427 people, live in the surrounding rural areas. This mix of urban and rural life makes Chimbarongo a unique place.
How Chimbarongo is Governed
Chimbarongo is a commune, which is like a local government area in Chile. It is managed by a group called a municipal council.
Who Leads the City?
The leader of the commune is called an alcalde. This person is chosen directly by the people every four years. Since 2021, the alcalde of Chimbarongo has been Marco Contreras Jorquera. He works to make decisions for the city and its residents.
Images for kids
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Crafts of Chimbarongo.
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The official coat of arms for Chimbarongo.
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A map showing the Chimbarongo commune within the O'Higgins Region.
