# Chibombo > city **Wikidata**: [Q1071771](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1071771) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chibombo) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/chibombo ## Summary Chibombo is a city and administrative capital of Chibombo District in Zambia, located at coordinates -14.664444444444, 28.077777777778 in the Central Province region. With a population of 4,310 residents as of the 2010 census, Chibombo serves as a ward-level administrative center situated at an elevation of 1,156 metres above sea level. ## Key Facts - **Country**: Zambia - **Type**: City, ward of Zambia - **Population**: 4,310 (census dated October 16, 2010) - **Coordinates**: Latitude -14.664444444444, Longitude 28.077777777778 - **Timezone**: UTC+02:00 - **Elevation**: 1,156 metres above sea level - **Capital of**: Chibombo District - **Located in**: Chibombo District - **Website**: https://www.chibombocouncil.gov.zm/ (English language, published by Chibombo Town Council) - **Geonames ID**: 920233 - **GNS Unique Feature ID**: -2279293 - **Freebase ID**: /m/02qq467 - **Who's On First ID**: 421176937 - **Wikidata Description**: city - **Wikipedia Title**: Chibombo - **Sitelink Count**: 12 - **Wikipedia Languages Available**: Cebuano, German, English, Fulah, Italian, Lithuanian, Western Mari, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Chinese, Zulu ## FAQs **What district is Chibombo the capital of?** Chibombo is the administrative capital of Chibombo District in Zambia's Central Province. **What is the population of Chibombo?** Chibombo had a population of 4,310 residents according to the 2010 census conducted on October 16, 2010. **What is Chibombo's geographical location?** Chibombo is located at latitude -14.664444444444 and longitude 28.077777777778, situated at an elevation of 1,156 metres above sea level in the Central Province of Zambia. **What time zone is Chibombo in?** Chibombo operates on Central Africa Time (UTC+02:00). **What administrative classification does Chibombo hold?** Chibombo is classified as both a city and a ward of Zambia, serving as the administrative center for Chibombo District. **What is Chibombo's official website?** The official website is https://www.chibombocouncil.gov.zm/, maintained by the Chibombo Town Council. ## Why It Matters Chibombo serves as a critical administrative and civic center within Zambia's decentralized governance structure. As the capital of Chibombo District, it functions as the hub for local government services, administrative coordination, and public administration for the surrounding region. The city's elevation of 1,156 metres positions it within Zambia's elevated central plateau region, contributing to its role in regional agricultural and economic activities. Its status as a ward-level administrative division means it participates directly in Zambia's local governance system, representing citizens at the lowest tier of democratic representation while connecting them to provincial and national government structures. The presence of the Chibombo Town Council website indicates active digital engagement with constituents, reflecting modern governance practices in this Central African nation. ## Notable For - Administrative capital status for Chibombo District - Ward-level governance representation in Zambia's political system - Elevation of 1,156 metres making it a high-altitude urban center - Multilingual Wikipedia presence across 12 language editions - Official digital presence through municipal government website ## Body ### Geography and Location Chibombo is positioned at coordinates -14.664444444444 latitude and 28.077777777778 longitude, placing it in the Central Province of Zambia. The city sits at an elevation of 1,156 metres above sea level, characteristic of Zambia's central plateau region. This elevation contributes to the local climate and agricultural potential of the surrounding area. The city is situated within Chibombo District, which it serves as the administrative capital. ### Administrative Structure Chibombo functions as both a city and a ward of Zambia, representing a dual classification that reflects its urban character and its role within Zambia's electoral and administrative systems. As the capital of Chibombo District, the city houses the district headquarters and serves as the center for local government operations. The Chibombo Town Council maintains administrative oversight, with official communications conducted through their website at https://www.chibombocouncil.gov.zm/. ### Demographics and Population According to the 2010 census conducted on October 16, 2010, Chibombo had a population of 4,310 residents. This figure represents the official count from the national census, providing a baseline for understanding the city's demographic scale within the Zambian urban landscape. ### Time and Coordinates The city operates on Central Africa Time (UTC+02:00), consistent with Zambia's national time zone. Its precise geographic coordinates situate it within Zambia's central region, facilitating regional connectivity and spatial planning. ### Identifiers and References Chibombo is catalogued across multiple international identifier systems: the Geonames ID 920233, GNS Unique Feature ID -2279293, Freebase ID /m/02qq467, and Who's On First ID 421176937. These identifiers enable cross-referencing across geographic databases, academic research, and digital mapping platforms. ### Digital Presence The city maintains an official web presence through the Chibombo Town Council website, published in English. Chibombo's Wikipedia entry exists in 12 language editions, including Cebuano, German, English, Fulah, Italian, Lithuanian, Western Mari, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Chinese, and Zulu, reflecting international interest in the settlement. ### Visual Documentation Chibombo is documented visually through a locator map image showing the town's district location within Zambia, as well as a coat of arms image representing civic identity and heritage. ## References 1. The World Atlas. 1999 2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 3. [Source](https://www.citypopulation.de/en/zambia/cities/?cityid=31484)