# Whanganui

> city in New Zealand's North Island

**Wikidata**: [Q1015672](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1015672)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whanganui)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/whanganui

## Summary
Whanganui is a city located on the west coast of New Zealand's North Island. It is the main urban area within the Whanganui District and is situated at the mouth of the Whanganui River. The city is a member of the League of Historical Cities and is recognized for its historical significance.

## Key Facts
- **Instance of:** city (large human settlement)
- **Country:** New Zealand
- **Location:** Located within the Whanganui District on the North Island
- **Area:** 2.3727 square kilometres
- **Population:** 42,200 (estimated as of June 30, 2020); 39,720 (recorded in the 2018 census)
- **Coordinates:** Latitude -39.9325, Longitude 175.05194444444444
- **Official Name:** Whanganui
- **Aliases:** Wanganui, Petre, Вангануи, 왕가누이, 황거누이
- **Postal Codes:** 4500, 4501
- **Local Dialing Code:** 06
- **Member of:** League of Historical Cities
- **Located in or next to body of water:** Whanganui River
- **Website:** https://www.visitwhanganui.nz
- **Described by:** Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition and the Great Soviet Encyclopedia (1926–1947)

## FAQs
**What is the population of Whanganui?**
The population of Whanganui was estimated to be 42,200 as of June 2020. An official census count in March 2018 recorded a population of 39,720 residents.

**What is the correct name: Whanganui or Wanganui?**
The official name is Whanganui. However, the city is also known by the alias "Wanganui," which appears in official sources such as the New Zealand Gazetteer and the Library of Congress authority files.

**In which New Zealand district is the city located?**
The city of Whanganui is the main settlement located within the Whanganui District on the North Island. It is situated at the mouth of the Whanganui River.

## Why It Matters
Whanganui holds significance as a historical city and a key urban centre in the Manawatū-Whanganui region. Its official recognition by entities like the League of Historical Cities underscores its cultural and heritage value. The city's location at the mouth of the Whanganui River has historically made it an important hub for the region.

## Notable For
- Its official designation as a "city" and membership in the League of Historical Cities.
- Being situated at the mouth of the Whanganui River, a significant geographical feature.
- Having multiple recorded population statistics from different sources (census and estimates).

## Body

### Geographic Profile
Whanganui is a coastal city with a land area of approximately 2.37 square kilometres. Its precise coordinates are 39°55'57" South latitude and 175°03'07" East longitude. The city is uniquely positioned at the mouth of the Whanganui River, a major waterway on the North Island.

### Demographics
Population data for Whanganui comes from multiple authoritative sources. Statistics New Zealand provides an estimate of 42,200 people as of June 30, 2020. The official 2018 New Zealand census, conducted on March 6, 2018, recorded a slightly lower population of 39,720. An earlier estimate from June 30, 2018, was 39,400.

### Official Identity and Naming
The official name of the city is Whanganui. This is reflected in its native label and official name properties. The city has several aliases, including the historically used "Wanganui" and "Petre," as well as transliterations in other languages such as Russian (Вангануи) and Korean (왕가누이, 황거누이). This is documented in sources like the New Zealand Gazetteer, which lists place IDs for both "Whanganui" (7006) and "Wanganui" (6879).

### Administrative and Political Context
Whanganui is part of New Zealand and is administratively located within the Whanganui District. The city's local dialing code is 06. Its postal codes are 4500 and 4501.

### Cultural and Institutional Recognition
Whanganui's significance is acknowledged by its membership in the League of Historical Cities. It has been the subject of entries in major encyclopedias, including the Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition and the Great Soviet Encyclopedia. The city has a dedicated official website for visitors: visitwhanganui.nz.

### External Identifiers
The city is cataloged in numerous national and international databases, which facilitates its unambiguous identification across different systems.
- **Library of Congress Authority ID:** n81131914 (for Wanganui) and no2019124124 (for Whanganui)
- **GND ID (German National Library):** 4408466-3
- **GeoNames ID:** 2179670
- **MusicBrainz Area ID:** 692fde21-c39e-4c5f-a498-35e551704635
- **Who's on First ID:** 101914639
- **OpenStreetMap Node ID:** 60023047

### Online Presence and Categories
Whanganui has a presence across various Wikimedia projects. Its Wikipedia article is available in numerous languages, including Arabic, German, English, Spanish, French, Maori, Russian, and Chinese. On Wikimedia Commons, it has a dedicated category page for images and media. Specific categories exist for people associated with the city, including "Category:People from Whanganui," "Category:Births in Whanganui," and "Category:Deaths in Whanganui." A category also exists for "Views of Whanganui."

## References

1. Source
2. Virtual International Authority File
3. [Source](https://www.lhc-s.org/member_cities/index.php)
4. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
5. MusicBrainz
6. [Source](http://nzdotstat.stats.govt.nz/wbos/Index.aspx?DataSetCode=TABLECODE7981)
7. [Source](http://nzdotstat.stats.govt.nz/wbos/Index.aspx?DataSetCode=TABLECODE8318)
8. GeoNames
9. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)
10. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File