U, Federated States of Micronesia
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Administrative division
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| Country | Federated States of Micronesia |
| State | Pohnpei State |
U, also written Uh, is one of the administrative divisions of Pohnpei State, Federated States of Micronesia.[1] U bears the shortest place name in the Federated States of Micronesia, and one of the shortest in the world.[2]
U is one of the six municipalities located in the main island of Pohnpei. It corresponds to the northeastern sector of the island. U had 2,289 inhabitants according to the 2008 census.
Alohkapw is the main town.[citation needed] A channel known as Kepidewen Alohkapw marks the boundary between U and Madolenihmw municipalities.[3]
Pohnpei State Department of Education operates public schools:
Bailey Olter High School (former Pohnpei Island Central School or PICS) in Kolonia serves students from U.[5]
6°58′13″N 158°15′27″E / 6.97028°N 158.25750°E / 6.97028; 158.25750
