Pontbuiten is a resort in Suriname, located in the Paramaribo District. Its population at the 2012 census was 23,211.[1]
Pontbuiten | |
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Resort | |
![]() Map showing the resorts of Paramaribo District. Pontbuiten | |
Coordinates: 5.7834°N 55.2082°W / 5.7834; -55.2082 | |
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District | Paramaribo District |
Area | |
• Total | 6 km2 (2 sq mi) |
Population (2012)[1] | |
• Total | 23,211 |
• Density | 3,900/km2 (10,000/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC-3 (AST) |
Pontbuiten was founded in the mid 20th century by the Pont family, and was intended for agriculture.[2]
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Brokopondo District | ![]() | |
Commewijne District |
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Coronie District | ||
Marowijne District |
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Nickerie District |
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Para District | ||
Paramaribo District | ||
Saramacca District |
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Sipaliwini District | ||
Wanica District |