Guerrero Municipality, Coahuila facts for kids
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Guerrero
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Municipality of Guerrero in Coahuila
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 Guerrero
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
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| State | Coahuila | |
| Municipal seat | Guerrero | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3,219.7 km2 (1,243.1 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 216 m (709 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,091 | |
Guerrero is a municipality located in the state of Coahuila, in north-eastern Mexico. A municipality is like a local government area. Its main town, or "municipal seat," is also called Guerrero.
This area covers about 3,219.7 square kilometers. It sits right on the border between Mexico and the USA. The border here is formed by the Río Bravo del Norte, also known as the Rio Grande. On the other side of the river is the U.S. state of Texas.
In 2010, the municipality of Guerrero had a total population of 2,091 people.
Main Towns and Villages
The municipality of Guerrero has several towns and villages. Here are the largest ones:
- Guerrero (the municipal seat) - 959 people
- Santa Mónica - 324 people
- Guadalupe - 168 people
Neighboring Areas
Guerrero shares its borders with other municipalities and counties. Knowing its neighbors helps us understand its location better.
Mexican Neighbors
- Hidalgo Municipality is to the southeast.
- Villa Unión Municipality is to the southwest and west.
- Nava Municipality is to the northwest.
- Piedras Negras Municipality is also to the northwest.
United States Neighbors
- Maverick County, Texas is to the north and northeast.
- Webb County, Texas is to the east.
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