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Town and commune in Thiès Region, Senegal From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Nguékhokh is a town and urban commune in the Thiès Region of western Senegal. It is located in the M'bour Department. The population in 2023 was 47,964 an increase from the 27,033 counted in 2013.[1]
Nguékhokh | |
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Town and commune | |
Coordinates: 14°30′46″N 17°03′00″W | |
Country | Senegal |
Region | Thiès Region |
Department | M'bour Department |
Area | |
• Town and commune | 12.23 km2 (4.72 sq mi) |
Population (2023 census)[1] | |
• Town and commune | 47,964 |
• Density | 3,900/km2 (10,000/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+0 (GMT) |
The town received commune status in 1996.[2] It is situated on the national route N1, between M'bour and Rufisque.[3] A wine production facility opened here in 2015, sparking some controversy.[4]
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