Saavedra, Chile facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saavedra
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Town and Commune
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View of Puerto Saavedra and its seawater lagoon
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| Country | Chile | ||||
| Region | Araucanía | ||||
| Province | Cautín | ||||
| Founded | 5 December 1895 | ||||
| Founded as | Bajo Imperial | ||||
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| • Type | Municipality | ||||
| Area | |||||
| • Total | 400.8 km2 (154.7 sq mi) | ||||
| Elevation | 10 m (30 ft) | ||||
| Population
(2012 Census)
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| • Total | 11,384 | ||||
| • Density | 28.403/km2 (73.564/sq mi) | ||||
| • Urban | 2,679 | ||||
| • Rural | 11,355 | ||||
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| • Men | 7,259 | ||||
| • Women | 6,775 | ||||
| Time zone | UTC-4 (CLT) | ||||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-3 (CLST) | ||||
| Area code(s) | country 56 + city 45 | ||||
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Saavedra is a special area in Chile, located in the Cautín Province of the Araucanía Region. It is known as a commune, which is like a local district with its own government. The main town and center of this commune is called Puerto Saavedra.
The commune gets its name from a Chilean soldier, General Cornelio Saavedra Rodríguez. He was in charge of an important historical event in 1860. Saavedra has the highest percentage of Mapuche people in its region. The 1991 movie "La frontera" was also filmed here.
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Understanding Saavedra's Population
How Many People Live in Saavedra?
According to a count done in 2002, Saavedra covers an area of about 400.8 square kilometers. At that time, 14,034 people lived there. This included 7,259 men and 6,775 women.
Where Do People Live?
Most people in Saavedra live in rural areas, which are like the countryside. About 11,355 people (80.9%) live in these rural areas. The remaining 2,679 people (19.1%) live in urban areas, which are more like towns.
Population Changes Over Time
Between 1992 and 2002, the number of people living in Saavedra went down slightly. The population decreased by 398 people, which is about 2.8%.
How Saavedra is Governed
Local Government and Leadership
Saavedra is managed by a local government called a municipal council. This council is led by an alcalde, who is like a mayor. The people of Saavedra vote directly for their alcalde every four years.
The alcalde from 2008 to 2012 was Ricardo Tripainao Calfulaf, who belonged to the PPD.
Saavedra's Representatives in Chile
Saavedra also has people who represent it in the national government of Chile.
- In the Chamber of Deputies, which is like one part of the country's parliament, Saavedra is part of a larger voting district.
- The representatives for this district were José Manuel Edwards and Joaquín Tuma.
- In the Senate, which is the other part of the parliament, Saavedra is part of the Araucanía-South area.
- The senators for this area were José Garcia Ruminot and Eugenio Tuma Zedan.
Weather in Puerto Dominguez
What is the Climate Like?
The weather in Puerto Dominguez, near Saavedra, changes throughout the year. It has warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
Temperatures Throughout the Year
- The warmest months are January and February, with average high temperatures around 20 degrees Celsius.
- The coolest months are July and August, with average high temperatures around 12-13 degrees Celsius.
- The average low temperatures are around 9 degrees Celsius in summer and 4-5 degrees Celsius in winter.
How Much Rain Does Saavedra Get?
Saavedra receives a lot of rain, especially during the winter months.
- May, June, and July are the wettest months, with over 250 millimeters of rain each.
- The driest months are January and February, with less than 50 millimeters of rain.
Humidity Levels
The air in Saavedra is quite humid, especially in the cooler months. Humidity levels are generally between 80% and 87% throughout the year.
See also
In Spanish: Saavedra (Chile) para niños
