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Catu
Place in Northeast, Brazil / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Catu is a city in Bahia, Brazil. Its population is 54,970 as of 2020[update]. It is located at 12°20′59″S 38°22′59″W.
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Coordinates: 12°20′59″S 38°22′59″W | |
Country | ![]() |
Region | Northeast |
State | Bahia |
Area | |
• Total | 426.955 km2 (164.848 sq mi) |
Elevation | 100 m (300 ft) |
Population (2020 [1]) | |
• Total | 54,970 |
• Density | 122.72/km2 (317.8/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC−3 (BRT) |
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Catu is a prosperous city, with a prominent petroleum and commercial sector, both of which are equally well developed. It is known for its irregular topography and is located on the BR-110 between Salvador and Alagoinhas, approximately 78 km from the former and 32 km from the latter. It is part of Salvador's Metropolitan Region.