Malambo, Atlántico facts for kids
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Malambo, Atlántico
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Municipality and city
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Location of the municipality and town of Malambo in the Department of Atlántico.
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Region | Caribbean | |
| Department | Atlántico | |
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| • Municipality and city | 97.94 km2 (37.81 sq mi) | |
| • Urban | 10.83 km2 (4.18 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| • Municipality and city | 139,566 | |
| • Density | 1,425.02/km2 (3,690.77/sq mi) | |
| • Urban | 130,135 | |
| • Urban density | 12,016/km2 (31,122/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | |
| Website | www.malambo-atlantico.gov.co/sitio.shtml |
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Malambo is a lively municipality and city located in the beautiful country of Colombia. It is part of the department called Atlántico.
This city is an important part of the Metropolitan area of Barranquilla. This means it's one of the towns that make up the larger city area around Barranquilla.
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Where is Malambo Located?
Malambo is found in the northern part of Colombia. It is in the Atlántico Department, which is on the Caribbean coast. This location gives it a warm climate and access to important trade routes.
Malambo's Place in Atlántico
Malambo is the southernmost part of the Metropolitan area of Barranquilla. Imagine Barranquilla as a big city, and Malambo is like one of its important neighbors to the south. This connection makes Malambo a busy place with lots of activity.
What is a Municipality?
In Colombia, a "municipality" is like a local government area. It includes a main town or city and the surrounding rural areas. Malambo is both a city and a municipality. This means it has its own local government, led by a Mayor. The current mayor is Adolfo Bernal Gutierrez.
Population and Size
Malambo is home to many people. In 2020, it was estimated that about 139,566 people lived there. Most of these people, around 130,135, live in the urban (city) part of Malambo.
The total area of Malambo is about 97.94 square kilometers. The urban area, where most people live, is about 10.83 square kilometers.
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