Yomou Prefecture

Yomou is a prefecture located in the Nzérékoré Region of Guinea. The capital and principal town of the prefecture is Yomou. The prefecture covers an area of 3,920 km.² and has an estimated population of 114,371.

Yomou Prefecture
Prefecture
Location of Yomou Prefecture and seat in Guinea.
Location of Yomou Prefecture and seat in Guinea.
Country Guinea
RegionNzérékoré Region
CapitalYomou
Area
 • Total3,920 km2 (1,510 sq mi)
Population
 (2014 census)
 • Total114,371
 • Density29/km2 (76/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+0 (Guinea Standard Time)

As of 2005, Yomou town is estimated to have a population of around 12,000. The town is an important trading centre for the Guinea Highlands area.

Sub-prefectures

The prefecture is divided administratively into 7 sub-prefectures:

  1. Yomou-Centre
  2. Banié
  3. Bheeta
  4. Bignamou
  5. Bowé
  6. Djécké
  7. Péla

7.5661°N 9.2533°W / 7.5661; -9.2533

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