Amacueca facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Amacueca
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Municipality and town
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Location of the municipality in Jalisco
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 Amacueca
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State | Jalisco |
| Area | |
| • Total | 124.8 km2 (48.2 sq mi) |
| • Town | 3.2 km2 (1.2 sq mi) |
| Population
(2020 census)
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| • Total | 5,743 |
| • Density | 46.018/km2 (119.19/sq mi) |
| • Town | 3,025 |
| • Town density | 945/km2 (2,450/sq mi) |
Amacueca is a town and a municipality in Mexico. It is located in the central-western part of the country. Amacueca is part of the state of Jalisco.
About Amacueca
Amacueca is both a town and a larger area called a municipality. Think of a municipality like a county or a local government area. It includes the main town and all the smaller villages and lands around it.
Where is Amacueca Located?
Amacueca is found in the state of Jalisco, which is in central-western Mexico. It's a beautiful part of the country with diverse landscapes. You can see its location on the map in the infobox above.
How Big is Amacueca?
The entire municipality of Amacueca covers an area of 124.8 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's about 48 square miles. It's a good-sized area with space for both the town and its surrounding natural areas.
Who Lives in Amacueca?
According to the 2020 census, the total population of the Amacueca municipality was 5,743 people. This number includes everyone living in the main town and the smaller communities nearby. The town of Amacueca itself had 3,025 residents in 2020.
