North Province, New Caledonia facts for kids
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North Province
Province Nord
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Location of North Province in New Caledonia
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| Country | France | |
| Collectivity | New Caledonia | |
| Seat | Koné | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 9,582.6 km2 (3,699.9 sq mi) | |
| Population
(2019 Census)
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| • Total | 49,910 | |
| • Density | 5.2084/km2 (13.4897/sq mi) | |
| Communities (2019) | ||
| • Kanak | 72.16% | |
| • Multiracial | 9.9% | |
| • European | 9.75% | |
| • Wallisians and Futunans | 1.05% | |
| • Indonesians | 0.86% | |
| • Tahitian | 0.69% | |
| • Ni-Vanuatu | 0.26% | |
| • Other Asian | 0.2% | |
| • Vietnamese | 0.12% | |
| • Other | 5.01% | |
The North Province is a special area in New Caledonia. It is one of three main parts that make up this island country. This province covers the northern and northeastern parts of the main island. Its name in French is province Nord.
The main office for the province's government is in a town called Koné.
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About the North Province
The North Province is one of the three big areas that divide New Caledonia. These areas are called "administrative subdivisions." They help to manage different parts of the country.
Where is the North Province?
This province is located in the northern and northeastern parts of the main island of New Caledonia. It has a varied landscape, from coastal areas to mountains.
Who Lives Here?
According to the 2019 census, about 49,910 people live in the North Province. Most people are from the Kanak community, making up over 72% of the population. Other groups include people of European, Multiracial, and Wallisian and Futunan backgrounds.
How the Province is Governed
Each province in New Caledonia has its own government. This helps to manage local services and make decisions for the people living there. The leader of the North Province is called the President.
The Provincial Congress
The Provincial Congress is like a local parliament or council. It is where elected representatives meet to make laws and decisions for the province. There are 22 seats, or positions, in the North Province's congress.
Political Groups in the Congress
Different political groups, or parties, have members in the congress. These groups work to represent the people and their ideas. Here's how the 22 seats were divided:
- The Kanak and Socialist National Liberation Front holds 11 seats. This group focuses on the rights and future of the Kanak people.
- The Caledonian Union has 7 seats. This is another important political group in New Caledonia.
- The Rally for Caledonia in the Republic holds 3 seats.
- The group called Future Together has 1 seat.
These groups work together, and sometimes disagree, to decide what is best for the North Province.
