Wiwilí de Nueva Segovia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Wiwilí
Güigüilí
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Municipality
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 Wiwilí
Location in Nicaragua
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| Country |  Nicaragua |
| Department | Nueva Segovia Department |
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| • Municipality | 154 sq mi (398 km2) |
| Population
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| • Municipality | 16,344 |
| • Density | 106.36/sq mi (41.07/km2) |
| • Urban | 3,467 |
Wiwilí de Nueva Segovia is a town and a local government area called a municipality. It is located in the Nueva Segovia Department of Nicaragua. The town sits on the west side of the Río Coco. Another town, Wiwilí de Jinotega, is on the east side of the river.
Wiwilí de Nueva Segovia is special because it is very close to the Bosawas National Natural Resource Reserve. This reserve is the largest protected natural area in all of Central America.
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Where is Wiwilí Located?
Wiwilí de Nueva Segovia is found in the northern part of Nicaragua. It is part of the Nueva Segovia Department. The town is right next to the important Río Coco. This river forms a natural border.
The Río Coco and Its Importance
The Río Coco is one of the longest rivers in Central America. It flows through Nicaragua. It is very important for the people living near it. The river helps with transportation and provides water.
Neighboring Natural Areas
Wiwilí is near the Bosawas National Natural Resource Reserve. This huge area protects many plants and animals. It is like a giant natural park. It helps keep the environment healthy.
How Many People Live in Wiwilí?
According to a count done in 2005, about 16,344 people lived in the whole municipality of Wiwilí. This number includes people living in the main town and in the surrounding rural areas.
Population in the Main Town
Out of the total population, about 3,467 people lived in the urban area. This means they lived in the main town of Wiwilí itself. The rest of the people lived in smaller villages or farms nearby.
Area of the Municipality
The municipality of Wiwilí covers an area of about 398 square kilometers. This is a good size for a municipality. It includes both the town and the countryside around it.
See also
In Spanish: Wiwilí para niños
