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Taihape had a population of 1,716 at the 2018 New Zealand census, an increase of 141 people (9.0%) since the 2013 census, and a decrease of 123 people (−6.7%) since the 2006 census. There were 684 households, comprising 855 males and 861 females, giving a sex ratio of 0.99 males per female.
2018 Census statistics for Taihape: population, ethnicity, religion, languages spoken, birthplace, cigarette smoking, disability, education, work, income, transport, housing.
- Geography of Taihape
- Climate
- The Population and Economy of Taihape
- Tourist Attractions in Taihape
- Brief History of Taihape
Taihape is situated on the southern edge of the North Island Volcanic Plateau at an elevation of 500m above sea level. Covering a total area of 4.93 sq. km, Taihape is located in a sheltered valley in central North Island, near the Ruahine Range and Rangitikei River. The town is surrounded by fertile high-country areas that are suitable for sheep a...
According to the Köppen climate classification, Taihape experiences an oceanic climate. The warm season lasts from December to March, with February being the hottest month having an average high temperature of 21.8°C and a low temperature of 11.4°C. The cold season lasts from May to August, with July being the coldest month having an average low te...
As of June 2021, Taihape has a population of 1,790 inhabitants, of which 910 people are females, and 880 people are males. The town’s population has increased from the 2018 New Zealand census, which showed that the town was home to 1,716 inhabitants. Taihape has a population density of 360 inhabitants per sq. km. About 69.1% of the town’s populatio...
Gumboot Monument
Located at the edge of Taihape is a gigantic, multicolored iron gumboot that marks the town’s association with gumboots. Taihape is considered the “Gumboot Capital of the World” and celebrates “Gumboot Day”annually on the following Tuesday after Easter. The town attracts thousands of visitors during this annual event that also includes many competitions such as the gumboot-throwing contest, shoot the loops with gumboots, and best-dressed gumboot.
River Valley Adventures
Located about 32km east of Taihape is the River Valley Lodge, from where the River Valley Adventures operate various adventures for tourists. Many recreational activities like kayaking, jet boating, white water rafting, horse riding, etc., are offered for the tourists at the River Valley.
The indigenous Maori people originally inhabited the Taihape region. In 1845, William Colenso became the first European to visit the area. In 1884, a surveyor's party laid a rough track for the Main Trunk Railway Line through the district. In 1894, the town was founded after the European settlers arrived from the Canterbury region of the South Isla...
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Jun 30, 1996 · Taihape (Manawatū-Wanganui, North Island, New Zealand) with population statistics, charts, map, location, weather and web information.
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Population of Taihape, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand: Current, historical, and projected population, growth rate, median age, population density, urbanization, and urban population. Data tables, maps and charts.
- 1,239 (49.6%)
- 41.6 years
- 1,258 (50.4%)
- 2,497
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Oct 11, 2022 · Taihape, also known as the Gumboot Capital, is a town located on Northern Island, New Zealand. The Maori term Taihape was the shortened version of Otaihape which means ‘a place of’. Taihape town has a small population of about 1,800 people.
