Bogandé Department

Department in Gnagna Province, Burkina Faso From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Bogande is a department or commune of Gnagna Province in northern Burkina Faso. Its capital is the town of Bogande.[2]

Country Burkina Faso
Time zoneUTC+0 (GMT 0)
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Bogande
Department
Bogandé Department location in the province
Bogandé Department location in the province
Country Burkina Faso
ProvinceGnagna Province
Area
 • Department
584 sq mi (1,512 km2)
Population
 (2019 census)[1]
 • Department
128,943
 • Density220.9/sq mi (85.28/km2)
 • Urban
21,443
Time zoneUTC+0 (GMT 0)
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Demographics

The population of Bogandé is approximately 335,571 inhabitants in 2013.[3] The population density is 52.2 inhabitants per square kilometer. The literacy rate is around 60%.[3] The major ethnic groups include Gourmantché, Mossi, Fulani, Bellas, Hausa

Economy

The primary economic activity in the region is subsistence agriculture.

Geography

The area is mostly a flat savanna with low shrubby trees.

Climate

The average rainfall was 622.9 mm of water in 2011.[3]

Transport

The local road network is in poor condition. Heavy rains can make local roads nearly impassable, poisoning a serious problem for the inhabitants.

Towns and villages

Towns and villages include Dapili, Ouapassi and Thierry.

References

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