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Villagómez
Municipality and town
Flag of Villagómez
Flag
Official seal of Villagómez
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Location of the municipality and town inside Cundinamarca Department of Colombia
Location of the municipality and town inside Cundinamarca Department of Colombia
Villagómez is located in Colombia
Villagómez
Villagómez
Location in Colombia
Country  Colombia
Department Cundinamarca
Elevation
1,575 m (5,167 ft)
Population
 (2015)
 • Total 2,171
Time zone UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time)

Villagómez is a small town and a municipality located in the country of Colombia. It is part of the Cundinamarca Department, which is one of Colombia's many regions. A municipality is like a local government area, similar to a county or a district, that includes a main town and the surrounding rural areas.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is an area that has its own local government. This government helps manage things like schools, roads, and public services for the people living there. Villagómez is one of these important local areas in Colombia.

Villagómez in Cundinamarca

Villagómez is found within the Cundinamarca Department. This department is a large region in Colombia. It is known for its beautiful landscapes and diverse geography.

Location and Size

Villagómez is situated at an elevation of about 1,575 meters (5,167 feet) above sea level. In 2015, the town had a population of around 2,171 people. This makes it a smaller community within the department.

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