Bomet County
Bomet County | |
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Location of Bomet County in Kenya | |
| Coordinates: 0°48′00″S 35°14′00″E / 0.8°S 35.2333°E | |
| Country | Kenya |
| Formed | 4 March 2013 |
| Capital | Bomet |
| Area | |
• Total | 1,630.0 km2 (629.3 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,962 m (6,437 ft) |
| Population (2019) | |
• Total | 875,689 |
| • Density | 540/km2 (1,400/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EAT) |
| Website | www |
Bomet County is located in the Rift Valley region of Kenya, was established in 2010 and had a population of approximately 875,689[¹], (2009 census) making it the 32nd largest county in Kenya by population. It is bordered by Kericho County to the west, Nakuru County to the northwest, and Narok County to the southeast. The county is characterized by its rolling hills, fertile agricultural land, and significant natural resources, including the Mau Forest and rivers such as Nyangores and Chepalungu. The predominant ethnic group is the Kalenjin, known for their rich cultural heritage and agricultural practices.