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Guaymango
Municipality
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Guaymango is located in El Salvador
Guaymango
Guaymango
Location in El Salvador
Country  El Salvador
Department Ahuachapán Department
Area
 • Total 23.25 sq mi (60.23 km2)
Elevation
1,106 ft (337 m)
Population
 (2006)
 • Total 24,731
 • Density 1,063.47/sq mi (410.61/km2)

Guaymango is a municipality located in the Ahuachapán department of El Salvador. It is a place where many people live and work, contributing to the culture and economy of the region.

Where is Guaymango?

Guaymango is found in the western part of El Salvador. It is part of the Ahuachapán Department, which is one of the 14 departments (like states or provinces) that make up the country.

Geographic Location

The municipality is located at coordinates 13°45′ North and 89°50′ West. This means it's in the northern hemisphere, west of the Prime Meridian.

Elevation and Area

Guaymango sits at an elevation of about 337 meters (1,106 feet) above sea level. The total area of the municipality is around 60.23 square kilometers (about 23.25 square miles). This makes it a medium-sized area for a municipality in El Salvador.

How Many People Live There?

According to a 2006 estimate, the total population of Guaymango was 24,731 people. This number helps us understand how many residents call Guaymango home.

Government and Administration

As a municipality, Guaymango has its own local government. This government is responsible for managing local services and making decisions that affect the people living there. It works within the larger structure of the Ahuachapán Department and the country of El Salvador.

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