Division No. 7, Alberta facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Division No. 7
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Census division in Alberta
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Area | |
| • Total | 19,210 km2 (7,420 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 40,684 |
| • Density | 2.1179/km2 (5.4852/sq mi) |
Division No. 7 is a special area in Alberta, Canada. It is like a big district used for counting people. You can find it in the southeast part of central Alberta. The biggest town in this area is Wainwright.
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Exploring Division No. 7 in Alberta
What is a Census Division?
A census division is a way that the government organizes parts of a province. It helps them count how many people live in different areas. This information is important for planning services like schools and hospitals. Division No. 7 is one of these special counting areas in Alberta.
Towns and Villages in Division No. 7
Division No. 7 is home to many different communities. These include larger towns and smaller villages. Each place has its own unique feel and history.
Here are some of the towns you can find here:
And here are some of the villages:
- Alliance
- Amisk
- Big Valley
- Chauvin
- Czar
- Donalda
- Edgerton
- Forestburg
- Halkirk
- Heisler
- Hughenden
- Irma
- Lougheed
There are also special "summer villages" where people often have cabins or spend their holidays:
How Many People Live Here?
Counting people is called a census. The latest count in 2021 showed that about 40,684 people live in Division No. 7. This number changes a little bit over time. The area covers a large space, about 18,909 square kilometers. This means there are not too many people living in each square kilometer.
