Palmar de Varela facts for kids
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Palmar de Varela
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Municipality and town
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Location of the municipality and town of Palmar de Varela in the Department of Atlántico.
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| Country | Colombia | |
| Region | Caribbean | |
| Department | Atlántico | |
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| • Municipality and town | 92.34 km2 (35.65 sq mi) | |
| • Urban | 2.86 km2 (1.10 sq mi) | |
| Population
(2018 census)
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| • Municipality and town | 28,932 | |
| • Density | 313.320/km2 (811.50/sq mi) | |
| • Urban | 27,728 | |
| • Urban density | 9,695/km2 (25,110/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | |
| Website | www.palmardevarela-atlantico.gov.co |
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Palmar de Varela is a town and a municipality in Colombia. It is located in the Atlántico department. This area is part of Colombia's Caribbean region.
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About Palmar de Varela
Palmar de Varela is a place where many people live and work. It is known as a municipality, which is like a local government area. The town itself is the main part of this municipality.
Where is Palmar de Varela Located?
Palmar de Varela is found in the northern part of Colombia. It is in the Atlántico department, which is on the Caribbean coast. This means it is close to the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea.
How Many People Live Here?
According to a 2018 count, about 28,932 people live in Palmar de Varela. Most of these people, around 27,728, live in the main town area. The rest live in the surrounding rural parts of the municipality.
How Big is the Area?
The total area of Palmar de Varela municipality is about 92.34 square kilometers. The main urban area, where the town is, covers about 2.86 square kilometers.
Who is the Leader?
The main leader of Palmar de Varela is called the Mayor. As of recent information, the mayor is Rafael Angel Fontalvo Fontalvo. The mayor helps to manage the town and make decisions for its people.
See also
In Spanish: Palmar de Varela para niños
