Microrregiões
Microrregiões are small geographical areas defined for statistical purposes. They are typically composed of a group of adjacent municipalities that share similar economic, social, and geographical characteristics. The concept of microrregiões is most prominently used in Brazil, where they were established by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) to facilitate regional planning and development policies. These divisions help to identify areas with specific needs and potentials, allowing for more targeted interventions.
The primary purpose of defining microrregiões is to provide a more granular view of regional disparities than
While the Brazilian system is well-known, similar concepts of sub-regional statistical divisions exist in other countries,