Chuquihuta Municipality facts for kids
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Chuquihuta
Chuqi Uta
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Municipality
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 Chuquihuta Municipality
Location in Bolivia
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| Country |  Bolivia |
| Department | Potosí Department |
| Province | Rafael Bustillo Province |
| Seat | Chuquihuta |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,658 |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (BOT) |
Chuquihuta Municipality, also known as Chuquihuta Ayllu Jucumani, is a special area in Bolivia. It is one of the four main parts of the Rafael Bustillo Province. This province is located in the Potosí Department. The main town or "seat" of this municipality is called Chuquihuta. Its name comes from the Aymara language, where Chuqi Uta means "gold house."
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About Chuquihuta Municipality
Chuquihuta Municipality was officially created on June 17, 2009. Before this date, the area was a smaller division called a "canton." It was known as Chuquiuta Canton or Chuquihuta Canton. At that time, it was part of the Uncía Municipality.
Where is Chuquihuta Located?
Chuquihuta Municipality is found in the country of Bolivia. Bolivia is in South America. Specifically, it is in the Potosí Department. This department is known for its rich history and beautiful landscapes.
What is a Municipality?
In Bolivia, a municipality is like a local government area. It has its own leaders and helps manage the services for the people living there. This includes things like local roads, schools, and other community needs. Chuquihuta is one of these important local areas.
Population of Chuquihuta
According to information from 2001, about 6,658 people lived in Chuquihuta Municipality. This number helps us understand the size of the community.
See also
In Spanish: Chuquihuta para niños
