Sicaya Municipality facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sicaya Municipality
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Municipality
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 Sicaya Municipality
Location in Bolivia
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| Country |  Bolivia |
| Department | Cochabamba Department |
| Province | Capinota Province |
| Seat | Sicaya |
| Elevation | 8,500 ft (2,600 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,235 |
| • Ethnicities | Quechua |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (BOT) |
Sicaya Municipality is a local government area in Bolivia. It is located in the Cochabamba Department, which is like a state or province. Sicaya Municipality is the third of the municipal sections within the Capinota Province. The main town and administrative center of this municipality is called Sicaya.
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Understanding Sicaya Municipality
Sicaya Municipality is a part of Bolivia's administrative system. Think of it as a local district that helps manage the area. It's one of three such areas in the Capinota Province.
What is a Municipality?
In Bolivia, a municipality is a self-governing area. It has its own local government that makes decisions for the people living there. This includes things like local services and community projects.
Location and Geography
Sicaya Municipality is found in the central part of Bolivia. It's in the Cochabamba Department, which is known for its valleys and mountains. The municipality is located at an elevation of about 2,600 meters (8,530 feet) above sea level.
How Sicaya Municipality is Divided
Sicaya Municipality is split into two smaller parts called cantons. These cantons are like smaller districts within the municipality. Each canton has its own main town or "seat."
| Canton | Inhabitants (2001) | Seat |
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| Sicaya Canton | 1,714 | Sicaya |
| Orcoma Canton | 521 | Orcoma |
The Cantons Explained
The table above shows the two cantons that make up Sicaya Municipality.
- Sicaya Canton is the larger of the two. Its main town is also called Sicaya.
- Orcoma Canton is smaller in terms of population. Its main town is Orcoma.
The numbers next to each canton show how many people lived there in 2001. This helps us understand the population distribution within the municipality.
People of Sicaya
According to the 2001 census, the total population of Sicaya Municipality was 2,235 people. Many of the people living in this area are Quechua people. The Quechua are an indigenous group of people from the Andes mountains in South America. They have a rich history and culture.
See also
In Spanish: Sicaya (Bolivia) para niños
