Karuzi Province facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Karuzi Province
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| Country |  Burundi |
| Capital | Karuzi |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,457.40 km2 (562.71 sq mi) |
| Population
(2008 census)
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| • Total | 436,443 |
| • Density | 299.4669/km2 (775.616/sq mi) |
Karuzi Province is one of the 18 provinces that make up the country of Burundi. Burundi is a country located in East Africa. The main city and capital of Karuzi Province is also called Karuzi.
Karuzi Province is like a large region within Burundi. It has its own local government and helps manage the area. In 2008, about 436,443 people lived there. The total area of the province is about 1,457.40 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of a large city or a small state.
What is Karuzi Province?
Karuzi Province is an important part of Burundi. It is one of the main administrative divisions. Think of it like a county or a state in other countries. Each province helps organize the country.
The capital city, Karuzi, is where the main offices are. This is where important decisions for the province are made. People from all over the province come to the capital for various services.
Communes of Karuzi Province
Provinces in Burundi are divided into smaller areas called communes. These communes are like smaller towns or districts. Each commune has its own local administration. They help manage daily life for the people living there.
Karuzi Province has seven different communes:
- Commune of Bugenyuzi
- Commune of Buhiga
- Commune of Gihogazi
- Commune of Gitaramuka
- Commune of Mutumba
- Commune of Nyabikere
- Commune of Shombo
These communes help make sure that local services reach everyone. They also help with things like education and health.
See also
In Spanish: Provincia de Karuzi para niños
