Galeras, Sucre Department

Colombia

Provincial capital9.1609° N, 75.0481° W

Galeras is a provincial capital located in Sucre Department, Colombia. The recorded population is 20,239.

Population20,239

ProvinceSucre Department

Coordinates9.1609° N, 75.0481° W

Elevation80 m

CountryColombia

Rank in Colombia#245 of 35,699

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About Galeras

You can find Galeras at 9.16° N, 75.05° W, in the Northern Hemisphere. It is classified under Sucre Department, Colombia. It stands at 80 meters of elevation.

Ranked #245 in Colombia by population, Galeras has 20,239 residents out of 35,699 registered localities.

Cities in Sucre Department

The Sucre Department region of Colombia is home to Galeras and other cities such as Sincelejo, San Marcos, Corozal. Galeras has 20,239 inhabitants.

Sincelejo277,773 San Marcos60,735 Corozal39,800 San Onofre32,957 San Luis de Sincé30,768 Santiago de Tolú27,390 Sucre23,210 Sampués21,204 Tolú Viejo20,033 San Benito Abad18,181

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Galeras?

Galeras has a population of 20,239. It ranks #245 in Colombia by population.

What province or state is Galeras in?

Galeras is located in Sucre Department, Colombia.

Where is Galeras located?

Galeras is located at coordinates 9.16° N, 75.05° W in Sucre Department, Colombia. It sits at an elevation of 80 meters above sea level.

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