New Damietta
قسم مدينة دمياط الجديدة
Panoramic view of New Damietta
Panoramic view of New Damietta
New Damietta is located in Egypt
New Damietta
New Damietta
Location in Egypt
Coordinates: 31°26′12″N 31°40′01″E / 31.4368°N 31.667°E / 31.4368; 31.667
Country Egypt
GovernorateDamietta
Founded1980
Founded byNew Urban Communities Authority
Government
 • Head of the City AuthorityMuhammad Abdel-Majid
Area
 • Total43.96 km2 (16.97 sq mi)
Population
 (2023)
 • Total55,434
 • Density1,300/km2 (3,300/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+02:00 (EST)
Area code(+20) 57

New Damietta (Arabic: قسم مدينة دمياط الجديدة) is a city in the Damietta Governorate, Egypt. Situated along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, the city was established in 1980 by the New Urban Communities Authority. As of 2023, it has a population of approximately 55,434 people.

Geography

New Damietta covers an area of 43.96 square kilometers.

Governance

The city operates under the governance of the New Damietta Municipality.

Infrastructure

New Damietta boasts several key features and infrastructure, including:

Education

The city is home to several educational institutions, including:

Healthcare

New Damietta provides healthcare services through various facilities, including:

For more information, visit the New Damietta Municipality website.


New Damietta (Arabic: قسم مدينة دمياط الجديدة) is a city in the Damietta Governorate, Egypt. Situated north of Old Damietta along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, the city was established in 1980 by the New Urban Communities Authority. As of January 2023, it has a population of approximately 55,434 people.

Central Park with Al-Saedi Street

Features and Infrastructure: New Damietta boasts several key features, including approximately 23,700 residential buildings constructed by the New Damietta Reconstruction and Housing Authority. The city also includes approximately 7,272 apartments across 303 buildings in Dar Masr compounds, along with approximately 44 apartment buildings in Jannat Masr compounds. Various other buildings, including those managed by Egypt Housing, contribute to the city's infrastructure.

Spending Breakdown: The city allocates its resources across various sectors, with approximately 2,200 million EGP allocated to the residential sector, 281.8 million EGP to services, 2,700 million EGP to utilities, and 58 million EGP to the agricultural sector.

Main Areas: New Damietta comprises several distinct districts, each serving different purposes:

  1. Central Area: Includes key authorities, hospitals, a stadium, electricity company, the central park, and more.
  2. First District: Encompasses local shopping centers, schools, and the Azhar Hospital.
  3. Second District: Contains clubs and colleges.
  4. Third District: Primarily residential houses.
  5. Fourth District: Features several schools.
  6. Fifth District: Home to special residential houses.
  7. Dar Masr: A compound consisting of two main sites, enclosed by an iron fence.

Additionally, the city boasts an industrial area located in the southeast, housing approximately 600 factories. Notable thoroughfares include Al-Kafrawy's Street (also known as Al-Saedi's Street).

Banking Services: New Damietta is home to several banks, including:

Stadiums and Entertainment: The city offers various recreational and leisure facilities, including:

Education: New Damietta hosts several educational institutions, including:

Healthcare: The city provides various healthcare facilities, including:

For more population statistics and information about Egypt's governorates, major cities, and towns, refer to [City Population](http://www.citypopulation.de/en/egypt/cities/).

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