Mella, Cuba facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mella
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Mella municipality (red) within
Santiago Province (yellow) and Cuba |
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| Country | Cuba |
| Province | Santiago de Cuba |
| Area | |
| • Total | 335.2 km2 (129.4 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 120 m (390 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 34,031 |
| • Density | 101.524/km2 (262.95/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| Area code(s) | +53-226 |
| Website | https://www.amppmella.gob.cu/ |
Mella is a town and a special kind of area called a municipality in Santiago de Cuba Province, Cuba. It is located about 20 kilometers (12 miles) north of a town called Palma Soriano.
Mella was named after a famous Cuban historical figure, Julio Antonio Mella. He was a revolutionary and a communist leader. This means he worked to change society and government in Cuba.
Besides the main town of Mella, the municipality also includes other smaller communities. These include Mangos de Baraguá, Palmarito de Cauto, and Regina. There are also a few other tiny villages.
People and Area of Mella
In 2022, the municipality of Mella had a population of 34,031 people. This number tells us how many people live there.
The total area of Mella is about 335 square kilometers (129 square miles). This means it's a fairly large area.
When we look at the population and the area together, we can find the population density. Mella has about 100.4 people living in each square kilometer. This tells us how crowded or spread out the people are.
Sister City Connection
Mella has a special connection with another town far away. It is a "twin town" with Castel San Giorgio in Italy. This means they share a friendly relationship and often exchange ideas or culture.
See also
In Spanish: Mella (Cuba) para niños
