Chambas

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Chambas
Chambas (Cuba1)
Chambas
Location of Chambas in Cuba
Coordinates: 22°11′48″N 78°54′48″W / 22.19667, -78.91333
Country Flag of Cuba Cuba
Province Ciego de Ávila
Area [1]
 - Total 769 km² (296.9 sq mi)
Elevation 40 m (131 ft)
Population (2004)[2]
 - Total 39,868
 - Density 51.8/km² (134.2/sq mi)
Time zone EST (UTC-5)
Area code(s) +53-43

Chambas is a municipality and city in the Ciego de Ávila Province of Cuba. It is located in the northern part of the province, bordering the municipalities of Morón and Florencia, as well as the province of Sancti Spíritus. To the north it borders the Bay of Buena Vista.

It comprises the communities of Chambas, Mabuya, Falla and Punta Alegre.

[edit] Demographics

In 2004, the municipality of Chambas had a population of 39,868.[2] With a total area of 769 km² (296.9 sq mi),[1] it has a population density of 51.8/km² (134.2/sq mi).

[edit] See also

[edit] References

  1. ^ a b Statoids (July 2003). Municipios of Cuba. Retrieved on 2007-10-06.
  2. ^ a b Atenas.cu (2004). 2004 Population trends, by Province and Municipality. Retrieved on 2007-10-06. (Spanish)
Caguanes National Park Bay of Buena Vista Laguna de Leche
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Yaguajay North Morón
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Municipalities in Ciego de Ávila Province
Ciego de Ávila Province
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