Muhafazat al Mahwit (Al Maḩwīt), Al Maḩwīt
Muhafazat al Mahwit: governorate of Yemen
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Quick Facts about Al Maḩwīt
| Population | 643,000 |
| Country | Yemen |
| State | Al Maḩwīt (Yemen) |
| Area | 2858 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 15.3920,43.5362 |
| Male population | 248386, 325000 |
| Female population | 246171, 318000 |
| Altitude | 3,773 feet / 1150 meters |
| Capital | Al Mahwit |
| Time Zone | UTC+03:00 |
| Local time | 03:40:23 (15th April 2026) |
Geography
Al Maḩwīt is located at 15°23'31"N 43°32'10"E (15.3919800, 43.5361600).
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- Al Mahwit
- Hufash District
- Bani Sa'd District
- Ar Rujum District
- Shibam Kawkaban District
- Al Mahwait District
- At Tawilah District
- Milhan District
- Al Khabt District
Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 494,557 | - | Yemen General Census of Population, Housing and Establishments 2004 |
| 2012 | 599,340 | 17.48% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 643,000 | 6.79% | population projection |
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