Puerto Carabuco Municipality facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Puerto Carabuco Municipality
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Municipality
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 Puerto Carabuco Municipality
Location in Bolivia
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| Country |  Bolivia |
| Department | La Paz Department |
| Province | Eliodoro Camacho Province |
| Seat | Puerto Carabuco |
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| • Total | 158 sq mi (408 km2) |
| Elevation | 12,800 ft (3,900 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 16,499 |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (BOT) |
Puerto Carabuco Municipality is a special area in Bolivia. It is the third municipal section of the Eliodoro Camacho Province. This province is part of the La Paz Department. The main town, or seat, of this municipality is Puerto Carabuco.
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What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area. It helps manage the towns and villages within its borders. In Bolivia, municipalities are important for local decisions. They help with things like schools, roads, and public services.
Where is Puerto Carabuco Municipality?
Puerto Carabuco Municipality is located in the western part of Bolivia. It is in the La Paz Department. This department is known for its high mountains and beautiful landscapes. The municipality is also part of the Eliodoro Camacho Province. This province is named after a famous Bolivian general.
The municipality is quite high up! Its elevation is about 3,900 meters (around 12,800 feet) above sea level. This means it's in the Andes Mountains. The total area of the municipality is 408 square kilometers. That's about 157 square miles.
People and Population
In 2001, the municipality had a population of 16,499 people. Most people in this area speak Aymara. This is an indigenous language spoken by many people in the Andes region. The people here often live in small communities. They work in farming and other traditional activities.
How is the Municipality Divided?
The Puerto Carabuco Municipality is split into four smaller areas. These areas are called cantons. Each canton has its own communities and people. The cantons help organize the different parts of the municipality.
Here are the four cantons and how many people lived there in 2001:
- Ambana Canton - 7,526 inhabitants
- Puerto Carabuco Canton - 2,202 inhabitants
- Chaguaya Canton - 5,278 inhabitants
- San Miguel de Yaricoa Canton - 1,493 inhabitants
Local Government
The municipality has a local government that helps run things. In 2007, the mayor was Rene Corino Palli. The president of the municipal council was Zenon Huanca Nina. These leaders work to improve the lives of the people in Puerto Carabuco Municipality. They make decisions about local projects and services.
See also
In Spanish: Carabuco para niños
