Naâma Province facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Naâma Province ولاية النعامة
Province
Map of Algeria highlighting Naâma
Country	Algeria
Capital	Naâma
Area
• Total	29,950 km2 (11,560 sq mi)
Population
• Total	209,470
• Density	6.9940/km2 (18.114/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+01 (CET)
Area Code	+213 (0) 49
ISO 3166 code	DZ-45
Districts	7
Municipalities	12

Naâma Province (pronounced Nah-ah-mah) is a special region, like a state, in the country of Algeria. It is also called a wilaya. The main city and capital of this region is also named Naâma.

This area is known for its large sabkha, which is a flat, salty area. It's like a dry lakebed that sometimes fills with water. You can also find an airport in the town of Mécheria within the province.

History of Naâma Province

Naâma Province was created in 1984. Before that, it was part of another province called Saïda Province. This change helped organize the country better.

How Naâma Province is Organized

Naâma Province is divided into smaller parts to help manage it. These parts are called districts and communes.

Districts of Naâma Province

The province has 7 main districts. Think of them as larger local areas. Each district helps manage the towns and villages within it.

1. Naâma • 2. Aïn Séfra • 3. Asla • 4. Mekmen Ben Amar • 5. Mécheria • 6. Moghrar • 7. Sfissifa

Communes of Naâma Province

Inside these districts, there are 12 smaller areas called communes. These are like local towns or municipalities. They are the smallest administrative units.

Map showing the communes of Naâma Province

See also

In Spanish: Provincia de Naama para niños