Sétif Province facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Sétif Province ولاية سطيف
Province
Map of Algeria highlighting Sétif
Country	Algeria
Capital	Sétif
Area
• Total	6,504 km2 (2,511 sq mi)
Population  (2008)
• Total	1,496,150
• Density	230.035/km2 (595.79/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+01 (CET)
Area Code	+213 (0) 36
ISO 3166 code	DZ-19
Districts	20
Municipalities	60

Sétif Province is a region located in the north-eastern part of Algeria. It is an important area with a rich history. The main city and capital of the province is Sétif. Another large and well-known city in the province is El Eulma. Sétif Province is also home to Djémila, which is a famous World Heritage Site. This means it's a place recognized globally for its special cultural or historical importance.

How Sétif Province is Organized

Sétif Province is divided into smaller areas to help manage it. These divisions make it easier to govern and provide services to the people living there.

Districts and Municipalities

The province has 20 main areas called districts. Within these districts, there are even smaller local areas. These are known as communes or municipalities. There are 60 of these municipalities in total. Each municipality helps manage local services for its residents.

Who Leads Sétif Province?

The province is led by different officials. One important role is the president of the People's Provincial Assembly (PPA). This assembly is like a local parliament that makes decisions for the province. Another key leader is the Wāli. A Wāli is a high-ranking official, similar to a governor, who represents the central government in the province.

What are the Districts of Sétif Province?

Here is a list of the 20 districts that make up Sétif Province:

See also

• In Spanish: Provincia de Sétif para niños