La Ceiba Municipality facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Ceiba Municipality
Municipio La Ceiba
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The Church of Saint-Cœur-de-Jésus in Santa Apolonia, the capital of the municipality
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Location in Trujillo
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 La Ceiba Municipality
Location in Venezuela
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| Country |  Venezuela |
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| State | Trujillo | ||
| Established | 30 January 1995 | ||
| Municipal seat | Santa Apolonia | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 386 km2 (149 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 32 m (105 ft) | ||
| Population
(2011)
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| • Total | 26,301 | ||
| • Density | 68.14/km2 (176.47/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC−4 (VET) | ||
Welcome to La Ceiba! This special place is one of the 20 municipalities in the state of Trujillo, Venezuela. Think of a municipality like a local government area, similar to a county or a district in other countries. La Ceiba covers an area of about 386 square kilometers (about 149 square miles).
According to a 2011 census, around 26,301 people live in La Ceiba. The main town and capital of the municipality is Santa Apolonia.
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What is a Municipality?
A municipality is a type of local government area. It has its own leaders and rules to manage the local community. In Venezuela, each state is divided into several municipalities. La Ceiba is one of these important divisions within the state of Trujillo.
When was La Ceiba Municipality Established?
La Ceiba Municipality was officially established on January 30, 1995. This date marked its recognition as a separate and self-governing area within Trujillo state.
Who Leads La Ceiba?
The main leader of a municipality is called a Mayor. The current mayor of La Ceiba is Darlin Moreno. The mayor works to make sure the municipality runs smoothly and serves its residents. Mayor Moreno is part of the PSUV.
Parishes of La Ceiba
Just like a state is divided into municipalities, a municipality can be divided into smaller areas called parishes. These parishes help organize the local government and services even further. La Ceiba Municipality has four parishes:
- El Progreso
- La Ceiba
- Santa Apolonia
- Tres de Febrero
See also
In Spanish: Municipio La Ceiba (Trujillo) para niños
