Pontaut facts for kids

Pontaut is a small town in the central part of Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. It's located about 57 kilometers (about 35 miles) south of General La Madrid, which is the main town of the area. Pontaut is part of a larger region called the General Lamadrid Partido, which is like a county or district in Argentina.

Another city, Coronel Pringles, is about 35 kilometers (22 miles) south of Pontaut.

What is Pontaut Like?

Pontaut is a very small community. In 2010, a count of the people living there, called a census, showed that only 68 people lived in the town. This was a decrease from the year 2001, when there were 90 residents. This means the population got smaller over those nine years.

Where is Pontaut?

Pontaut is located in the heart of Buenos Aires Province. This province is one of the largest and most important in Argentina. It's known for its vast farmlands and a mix of big cities and small towns like Pontaut. The area around Pontaut is mostly flat, typical of the Argentine pampas, which are wide, fertile plains.

See also

• In Spanish: Pontaut para niños