Khomas Region facts for kids
Khomas is a region in Namibia, a country in southern Africa. It's a very important part of Namibia because its capital city, Windhoek, is also the capital city of the entire country!
Quick facts for kids
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Location of the Khomas Region in Namibia
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| Country | Namibia |
| Capital | Windhoek |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36,964 km2 (14,272 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 447,636 |
| • Density | 12.11005/km2 (31.3649/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (CAT) |
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Discovering the Khomas Region
The Khomas Region is one of Namibia's 14 administrative regions. It was created in 1992. This region is located in the central part of the country. It is known for its capital city, Windhoek.
Where is Khomas Located?
The Khomas Region is right in the middle of Namibia. Its coordinates are about 22 degrees South and 17 degrees East. This central location makes it a hub for many activities.
How Big is Khomas?
The total area of the Khomas Region is about 36,964 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of a country like Belgium!
Who Lives in Khomas?
In 2018, the population of the Khomas Region was around 447,636 people. This makes it one of the most populated regions in Namibia. Many people live in and around the capital city, Windhoek.
How Khomas is Organized
Like other regions in Namibia, Khomas is divided into smaller areas. These smaller areas are called constituencies. They help manage local services and representation.
Constituencies in Khomas
The Khomas Region has 10 constituencies. Each constituency has its own local government. This helps to make sure that the needs of people in different areas are met.
Here are the 10 constituencies:
- John Pandeni
- Katutura Central
- Katutura East
- Khomasdal North
- Moses ǁGaroëb
- Samora Machel
- Tobias Hainyeko
- Windhoek West
- Windhoek East
- Windhoek Rural
See Also
- In Spanish: Región de Khomas para niños
