Hernando Siles is a

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of the

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of Chuquisaca,

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. In the 2001 census it had a population of 36,511. It covers an area of 5,473 km², giving it a

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of 6.67/km². Its capital is Monteagudo.

Subdivision

The province is divided into two

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which are further subdivided into

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References

Provinces of Chuquisaca Department {{Chuquisaca-geo-stub