Chaguanas

Chaguanas is a town in central Trinidad and Tobago and serves as the administrative seat of the Borough of Chaguanas. It is the country’s largest municipality by population outside the capital city of Port of Spain and functions as a major commercial and residential hub for the central region.

Geography and communities

The borough covers a broad urban and suburban area along key road corridors, including the Churchill-Roosevelt Highway and the Uriah Butler Highway. Within the borough are established communities such as Cunupia, Charlieville, Montrose, and Enterprise, which together form a dense, growing urban environment.

History and governance

The area was established as a borough in 1990 under the country’s municipal legislation. It is administered by the Chaguanas Borough Corporation, led by a mayor and councilors elected to represent local constituencies. The borough is represented in Parliament by constituencies such as Chaguanas East and Chaguanas West.

Economy and infrastructure

Chaguanas functions as a major retail and service center in Trinidad and Tobago’s central belt. The local economy is anchored by a mix of retail outlets, markets, small to medium-sized enterprises, and light manufacturing. The town benefits from strong road connectivity to Port of Spain and other regions, as well as public transport services that support commuting and commerce.

Education and culture

The borough hosts a range of educational facilities, including public and private primary and secondary schools. It is home to diverse religious and cultural institutions, including Hindu temples, mosques, and churches, reflecting the population’s cultural variety.

See also

Chaguanas East, Chaguanas West, Boroughs of Trinidad and Tobago.