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Ouham-Pendé
Ouham-Pendé, prefecture of Central African Republic
Ouham-Pendé, prefecture of Central African Republic
Country Central African Republic
Capital Bozoum
Area
 • Total 32,100 km2 (12,400 sq mi)
Population
 (2003 census)
 • Total 430,506
 • Density 13.411/km2 (34.74/sq mi)

Ouham-Pendé is one of the 16 main areas, called prefectures, in the Central African Republic. Think of a prefecture like a large state or province within a country. Its main city, or capital, is Bozoum.

Where is Ouham-Pendé?

Ouham-Pendé is located in the northern part of the Central African Republic. It shares its northern border with two other countries. These countries are Cameroon and Chad. Knowing its neighbors helps us understand its location on a map.

What is a Prefecture?

A prefecture is a type of administrative division. This means it is a way to divide a country into smaller parts. Each part can be managed more easily. The Central African Republic uses prefectures to organize its land and people.

People and Land

In 2003, a count of the people, called a census, showed that about 430,506 people lived in Ouham-Pendé. This makes it one of the more populated areas. The total size of Ouham-Pendé is about 32,100 square kilometers. That's a lot of land!

The Capital City: Bozoum

Bozoum is the capital city of Ouham-Pendé. It is an important center for the prefecture. Many activities, like government and trade, happen in Bozoum. It serves as the main hub for the region.


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