The province is to be found in the very center of the country and is named after Brigadier Juan Sánchez Ramírez who was a hero when he fought and defeated the French in the battle of Palo Hincado.
The municipalities and municipal districts of the province are Cotuí,
Cevicos,
Fantino,
La Mata,
Angelina,
Caballero,
Comedero Arriba,
Hernando Alonzo, La Bija,
La Cueva,
Platanal,
and Quita Sueño.