Kokopo is the capital of East New Britain Province in Papua New Guinea. It became the provincial capital in 1994, replacing Rabaul after the eruptions of the Tavurvur and Vulcan volcanoes; its population grew more than sixfold in the following decade, from 3,150 in 1990 to 20,262 in 2000.
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Population Estimate Year Elevation (m) Sources
1. Kokopo (Wikipedia)
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As a result, the population of the town increased more than sixfold from 3,150 in 1990 to 20,262 in 2000.
Infobox, elevation
Elevation 4 m (13 ft)
Infobox, coordinates latitude
Coordinates: 4°21′00″S 152°16′25″E / 4.35000°S 152.27361°E
Infobox, coordinates longitude
Coordinates: 4°21′00″S 152°16′25″E / 4.35000°S 152.27361°E
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