Formosa (Guinea-Bissau)

Formosa is an island in the Bissagos Islands, Guinea-Bissau, part of the sector of Caravela. Its area is 140 km²,[2] its length is 19.9 km and its width is 10 km. It forms practically one island with Ponta and Maio, separated by creeks.[3] The island has a population of 1,873 (2009 census); the largest village is Abú.[1]

Formosa
Formosa (Guinea-Bissau) is located in Guinea-Bissau
Formosa (Guinea-Bissau)
Geography
Coordinates11°29′N 15°58′W
ArchipelagoBissagos Islands
Area140 km2 (54 sq mi)
Administration
Guinea-Bissau
RegionBolama
Demographics
Population1,873 (2009)[1]

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