Empedrado, Corrientes facts for kids
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Empedrado
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 Empedrado
Location in Argentina
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province |  Corrientes |
| Department | Empedrado |
| Elevation | 56 m (184 ft) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 13,245 |
| Time zone | UTC−3 (ART) |
| CPA base |
W3418
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| Dialing code | +54 3783 |
Empedrado is a city located in the Corrientes Province in Argentina. It is an important place because it is the capital of the Empedrado Department. This means it is the main city and center for that area.
Location and Importance
Empedrado is found in the northeastern part of Argentina. It is part of the Corrientes Province. Being a capital city, it plays a key role in the department. It helps manage local government and services for the people living there.
What is a Department?
In Argentina, a "department" is like a county or a smaller region within a province. Each department has a capital city. This city is usually the biggest or most important town in that area. It serves as the administrative center.
Life in Empedrado
As a city, Empedrado is home to many people. In 2010, about 13,245 people lived there. Cities like Empedrado often have schools, shops, and other important services. They are places where people live, work, and connect.
See also
In Spanish: Empedrado (Argentina) para niños
