Paiguano


Paiguano or Paihuano is a small agricultural town and commune in the Elqui Province of the Coquimbo Region of Chile.

Demographics

According to the 2002 census of the National Statistics Institute, Paiguano had 4,168 inhabitants, making the commune an entirely rural area. The population grew by 10.5% between the 1992 and 2002 censuses.

Administration

As a commune, Paiguano is a third-level administrative division of Chile administered by a municipal council, headed by an alcalde who is directly elected every four years.
Within the electoral divisions of Chile, Paiguano is represented in the Chamber of Deputies by Mr. Mario Bertolino and Marcelo Díaz as part of the 7th electoral district,. The commune is represented in the Senate by Evelyn Matthei Fornet and Jorge Pizarro Soto as part of the 4th senatorial constituency.

Patriotic Celebrations

Paiguano is one of the main locations to celebrate Chile's patriotic holiday on September 18th.