Wayamboweg | |
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Country | Suriname |
District | Saramacca District |
Area | |
• Total | 872 km2 (337 sq mi) |
Population (2012)
[1] | |
• Total | 1,560 |
• Density | 1.8/km2 (4.6/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC-3 (AST) |
Wayamboweg is a resort in Suriname, located in the Saramacca District. Its population at the 2012 census was 1,560. The largest ethnic group is East Indian. [1] The resort is mainly agricultural. [2] A rice project has started in late 2017. [3]
In the early 21st century, a high school has been opened. The resort is located near the ocean, and tourism facilities are being developed in the resort. [2] Staatsolie is drilling for oil in the Wayambozwamp. [4]
The village of Smithfield is located in the area.
5°53′13″N 55°26′48″W / 5.88681°N 55.4468°W
Wayamboweg | |
---|---|
Country | Suriname |
District | Saramacca District |
Area | |
• Total | 872 km2 (337 sq mi) |
Population (2012)
[1] | |
• Total | 1,560 |
• Density | 1.8/km2 (4.6/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC-3 (AST) |
Wayamboweg is a resort in Suriname, located in the Saramacca District. Its population at the 2012 census was 1,560. The largest ethnic group is East Indian. [1] The resort is mainly agricultural. [2] A rice project has started in late 2017. [3]
In the early 21st century, a high school has been opened. The resort is located near the ocean, and tourism facilities are being developed in the resort. [2] Staatsolie is drilling for oil in the Wayambozwamp. [4]
The village of Smithfield is located in the area.
5°53′13″N 55°26′48″W / 5.88681°N 55.4468°W