Xinxiang County

Xinxiang County (simplified Chinese: 新乡; traditional Chinese: 新鄉縣; pinyin: Xīnxiāng Xiàn) is a county in Xinxiang, Henan Province. It is situated in the center of the northern Henan Plateau. The Taihang Mountains are to the north, and the Yellow River is to the south.[1] The area is 365 km2 (141 sq mi) with a population of 310,000 in 2002. The postal code is 453700.

Xinxiang

新乡县
County
Xinxiang
Location of the seat in Henan
Coordinates: 35°11′28″N 113°48′18″E
CountryPeople's Republic of China
ProvinceHenan
Prefecture-level cityXinxiang
Time zoneUTC+8 (China Standard)

The county dates back to the Sui Dynasty (AD 581618).

Administrative

Xiaoji Town, Dazhaoying Town, Jupo Town, Qiliying Town, Langgongmiao Town and Guguzhai Town; Hehe Township.

References

  1. Gao, Zhuan (2007-10-19). "Xinxiang poised for economic take-off". chinadaily.com.cn. Retrieved 2008-06-18.
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