Majagua, Cuba

Majagua
Municipality

Majagua municipality (red) within
Ciego de Ávila Province (yellow) and Cuba

Location of Majagua in Cuba

Coordinates: 21°55′28″N 78°59′26″W / 21.92444°N 78.99056°W / 21.92444; -78.99056Coordinates: 21°55′28″N 78°59′26″W / 21.92444°N 78.99056°W / 21.92444; -78.99056
Country  Cuba
Province Ciego de Ávila
Area[1]
  Total 544 km2 (210 sq mi)
Elevation 110 m (360 ft)
Population (2004)[2]
  Total 26,617
  Density 48.9/km2 (127/sq mi)
Time zone EST (UTC-5)
Area code(s) +53-43

Majagua (Spanish pronunciation: [maˈxaɣwa]) is a municipality and town in the Ciego de Ávila Province of Cuba. It is located in the eastern part of the province, and is bisected by the Carretera Central highway.

Geography

In addition to the main town, the municipality includes the villages Guayacanes, Jicotea, Las Coloradas, and La Calera.

Demographics

In 2004, the municipality of Majagua had a population of 26,617.[2] With a total area of 544 km2 (210 sq mi),[1] it has a population density of 48.9/km2 (127/sq mi).

See also

References

  1. 1 2 Statoids (July 2003). "Municipios of Cuba". Retrieved 2007-10-06.
  2. 1 2 Atenas.cu (2004). "2004 Population trends, by Province and Municipality" (in Spanish). Retrieved 2007-10-06.

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