| Chimbote | |
|---|---|
| — District — | |
| Country | Peru |
| Region | Ancash |
| Province | Santa |
| Founded | December 6, 1906 |
| Capital | Chimbote |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Guzman Aguirre Altamirano |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,467 km2 (566.4 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Population (2005 census) | |
| • Total | 217,303 |
| • Density | 148.1/km2 (383.6/sq mi) |
| Time zone | PET (UTC-5) |
| UBIGEO | 021801 |
Chimbote District is one of nine districts of the province Santa in Peru.[1]