Diguillín Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Diguillín Province Provincia de Diguillín
Province
Location in the Ñuble Region
Country	Chile
Region	Ñuble
Capital	Bulnes
Communes	List of 9
Area
• Total	5,229.3 km² (2,019.0 sq mi)
Population (2017)
• Total	319,809
• Density	61.42/km² (159.1/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC−4 (CLT)
• Summer (DST)	UTC−3 (CLST)

The Diguillín Province is a special part of Chile, located in the Ñuble Region. It is the largest of the three provinces that make up the Ñuble Region. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and important cities.

Diguillín Province was created in 2018 as part of a big change to Chile's regions. Before that, it was part of the Bío Bío Region. Now, it helps form the newer Ñuble Region.

What is Diguillín Province?
- Where is Diguillín Located?
- The Capital City: Bulnes
People and Land in Diguillín
- How Many People Live Here?
- How Big is the Province?
How Diguillín Province is Governed
- Who is the Governor?
- What are Communes?
Communes of Diguillín Province
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What is Diguillín Province?

Diguillín is one of the three provinces in the Ñuble Region of Chile. Think of a province like a county or a large district within a state or region. It helps organize the country into smaller, easier-to-manage areas.

Where is Diguillín Located?

Diguillín Province is in the central part of Chile. It's located in the Ñuble Region, which is south of the Maule Region and north of the Bío Bío Region. Its location makes it an important area for farming and local communities.

The Capital City: Bulnes

The main city, or capital, of Diguillín Province is Bulnes. This city is where the local government for the province is located. It serves as a central point for many activities and services in the area.

People and Land in Diguillín

Diguillín Province is home to many people and covers a large area. Understanding these numbers helps us learn about the province.

How Many People Live Here?

According to a count in 2017, about 319,809 people live in Diguillín Province. This makes it a lively place with many towns and cities. The population density is about 61 people per square kilometer. This means that for every square kilometer of land, there are about 61 people living there.

How Big is the Province?

Diguillín Province covers an area of about 5,229.3 square kilometers (which is about 2,019 square miles). This makes it the largest province in the Ñuble Region. Its size means it has diverse landscapes, from valleys to hills.

How Diguillín Province is Governed

Like other parts of Chile, Diguillín Province has a government that helps manage its affairs.

Who is the Governor?

The leader of Diguillín Province is called the Governor. The governor helps make decisions and oversees the province's activities. As of the information available, the governor is Paola Becker Villa. She is a member of the National Renewal political party.

What are Communes?

Provinces in Chile are divided into smaller areas called communes. Think of communes as local towns or districts within the province. Each commune has its own local government that manages services for its residents.

Communes of Diguillín Province

Diguillín Province is made up of nine different communes. Each commune has its own unique features and communities.

Diguillín facts for kids

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