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Kandal Province

កណ្ដាល
Map of Cambodia highlighting Kandal Province
Map of Cambodia highlighting Kandal Province
Country  Cambodia
Provincial status 1907
Capital Ta Khmau Municipality
Area
 • Total 3,179 km2 (1,227 sq mi)
Elevation
10 m (30 ft)
Population
 (2019 census)
 • Total Increase 1,195,547
 • Rank 2nd
 • Density 376/km2 (970/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+07
ISO 3166 code KH-8
Districts 11
Communes 146
Villages 1087

Kandal is a province in Cambodia. It's like a large area that completely surrounds Phnom Penh, which is the capital city of Cambodia. The main city and capital of Kandal Province is called Ta Khmau.

Geography and Rivers

Kandal Province is located in the southern part of Cambodia. It is known for its important rivers. Two of the biggest rivers in Cambodia flow through this province. These are the Bassac River and the Mekong River. These rivers are very important for travel and farming in the area.

Districts and Towns

Kandal Province is divided into different smaller areas. These areas are called districts and one municipality. A municipality is like a big town or city that governs itself.

There are 10 districts and 1 municipality in Kandal Province:

  • Angk Snuol
  • Kandal Stueng
  • Kaoh Thum
  • Khsach Kandal
  • Kien Svay
  • Leuk Daek
  • Lvea Aem
  • Mukh Kampul
  • Ponhea Lueu
  • S'ang
  • Ta Khmau Municipality

Population and Size

According to the 2019 census, Kandal Province has a population of about 1,195,547 people. This makes it the second most populated province in Cambodia. The total area of the province is 3,179 square kilometers (about 1,227 square miles). Kandal officially became a province in 1907.

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