Bonfim, Roraima
Bonfim (Portuguese pronunciation: [bõˈfĩ]) is a municipality located in the mideast of the state of Roraima in Brazil. Its population is 12,557 and its area is 8,095 km2. The city lies opposite the Takutu River from Lethem, Guyana. The Takutu River Bridge links Bonfim and Roraima with the town of Lethem and the Atlantic port of Georgetown, Guyana.
Bonfim | |
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Municipality | |
| The Municipality of Bonfim | |
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Flag Seal | |
Location of Bonfim in the State of Roraima | |
Bonfim Location in Brazil | |
| Coordinates: 03°21′36″N 59°49′58″W | |
| Country | Brazil |
| Region | North |
| State | Roraima |
| Founded | 1 June 1982 |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Joner Chagas (PRTB) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 8,095 km2 (3,125 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 92 m (302 ft) |
| Population (2020 ) | |
| • Total | 12,557 |
| • Density | 1.6/km2 (4.0/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−4 (AMT) |
| Demonym | bonfinense |
| Website | bonfim.rr.gov.br |
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