Antón facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Antón
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 Antón
Location in Panama
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Coclé |
| District | Antón |
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| • Land | 106.3 km2 (41.0 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 9,790 |
| • Density | 92.1/km2 (239/sq mi) |
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| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
| Climate | Aw |
Antón is a town in Panama. It is located in the Coclé Province. This town is also the main center, or "seat," of the Antón District.
Antón is found near the northwestern coast of the Gulf of Panama. This gulf is a large inlet of the Pacific Ocean.
About Antón
Antón is an important place in its district. It serves as the local government center. People living here are part of a larger community.
Size and Population
The land area of Antón is about 106.3 square kilometers (41.0 square miles). This is roughly the size of a small city.
In 2010, the population of Antón was 9,790 people. This means about 92 people lived in each square kilometer.
The population has grown over the years:
- In 1990, there were 7,220 people.
- By 2000, the population grew to 8,360.
- In 2010, it reached 9,790.
Climate in Antón
Antón has a tropical savanna climate. This type of climate is called "Aw" in the Köppen climate classification system. It means the area is warm all year. It also has a wet season and a dry season.
See also
In Spanish: Antón (Panamá) para niños
