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Colta Canton | |
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Coordinates: 01°42′0″S78°45′0″W / 1.70000°S 78.75000°W | |
Country | Ecuador |
Province | Chimborazo Province |
Area | |
• Total | 819.1 km2 (316.3 sq mi) |
Population (2022 census) [1] | |
• Total | 30,468 |
• Density | 37/km2 (96/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC-5 (ECT) |
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Besides the capital, Cacha is most likely included in the canton as well.
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Colta may refer to: