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Umala Municipality
Municipality
Umala Municipality is located in Bolivia
Umala Municipality
Umala Municipality
Location in Bolivia
Country  Bolivia
Department La Paz Department
Province Aroma Province
Seat Umala
Population
 (2001)
 • Total 9,583
Time zone UTC-4 (BOT)

Umala Municipality is a part of Bolivia, a country in South America. It is located in the La Paz Department, which is like a state or province. Specifically, Umala Municipality is in the Aroma Province. The main town, or "seat," of this municipality is called Umala.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is a local area that has its own government. Think of it like a city or a county that manages its own services. These services can include things like local roads, schools, and public safety. Umala Municipality is one of these important local areas in Bolivia.

Where is Umala Municipality Located?

Umala Municipality is found in the western part of Bolivia. It is in the La Paz Department, which is known for its high mountains and beautiful landscapes. The municipality is also part of the Aroma Province. This province is one of the smaller administrative areas within the department.

Geographical Coordinates

The exact location of Umala Municipality can be found using coordinates. These are like an address on a map. Its coordinates are about 17 degrees South and 68 degrees West. This places it in the southern hemisphere, west of the Prime Meridian.

How Many People Live in Umala?

According to a count from 2001, about 9,583 people lived in Umala Municipality. This number helps us understand the size of the community. It shows that Umala is a smaller municipality in terms of population.

What Time Zone is Umala In?

Umala Municipality uses the Bolivia Time (BOT) zone. This means it is 4 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). So, if it's noon UTC, it's 8 AM in Umala.

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