Minya Governorate facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Minya Governorate
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Minya Governorate on the map of Egypt
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| Country |  Egypt |
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| Seat | Minya (capital) | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 32,279 km2 (12,463 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(March 2019)
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| • Total | 5,807,000 | ||
| • Density | 179.900/km2 (465.94/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+2 (EET) | ||
Minya Governorate is one of the important areas in Egypt. It is like a state or province in other countries. The main city and capital of this governorate is also called Minya. This area is known for its rich history and farming along the Nile River.
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About Minya Governorate
Minya Governorate is a large region in Egypt. It covers about 32,279 square kilometers. In March 2019, over 5.8 million people lived there. This makes it one of the more populated governorates in Egypt.
Where is Minya Located?
Minya Governorate is in the middle part of Egypt. It is often called "Upper Egypt." The famous Nile River flows right through it. This river is very important for life and farming in the area. Minya is located south of Cairo, Egypt's capital city.
What is a Governorate?
In Egypt, a governorate is a type of administrative division. You can think of it like a state, province, or a large county. Each governorate has its own capital city. A governor is in charge of running the governorate. They help manage local services and development.
Cities and Towns
Minya Governorate has many cities and towns. As of 2018, ten cities had more than 15,000 people living in them. These cities are important centers for daily life and business.
Here are some of the main cities in Minya Governorate:
- Abu Qirqas
- El Idwa
- Minya (the capital city)
- New Minya
- Beni Mazar
- Deir Mawas
- Maghagha
- Mallawi
- Matai
- Samalut
Life and Work in Minya
Life in Minya Governorate often revolves around the Nile River. The land near the river is very fertile. This means it is great for growing crops. Many people work in farming here.
Farming and the Nile
The Nile River provides water for irrigation. This helps farmers grow many different crops. You can see large fields of green plants along the riverbanks. Farming is a big part of the economy in Minya.
Important Industries
Besides farming, Minya is also known for its quarries. Quarries are places where stone is dug out of the ground. In Minya, they often dig for limestone. This stone is used for building and other purposes. Many people work in these quarries.
See also
In Spanish: Gobernación de Menia para niños
Images for kids
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The Ibrahimiya Canal, which helps bring water to farms in Minya.
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Beautiful agricultural land along the Nile River.
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A person working in a limestone quarry in Minya.
