Banderilla, Veracruz facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Banderilla
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     Top: Banderilla Municipal Palace; Middle: Maize sculpture, San José Church; Bottom: Banderilla main plaza, Banderilla Downtown
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 Banderilla
Location in Veracruz
Banderilla
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
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| State | Veracruz | |
| Region | Capital Region | |
| Municipal seat and largest town | Banderilla | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 19.8 km2 (7.6 sq mi) | |
| Elevation
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1,536 m (5,039 ft) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 25,993 | |
| • Density | 1,310.1/km2 (3,393/sq mi) | |
| • Seat | 22,760 | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (US Central)) | |
| Postal code (of seat) |
91300
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| Website | https://www.banderilla.gob.mx/ | |
| Historical population | ||
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1995 | 33,798 | — |
| 2000 | 16,433 | −51.4% |
| 2005 | 19,170 | +16.7% |
| 2010 | 21,546 | +12.4% |
| 2015 | 24,822 | +15.2% |
| 2020 | 25,993 | +4.7% |
Banderilla is a town and a municipality in the Mexican state of Veracruz. It's about 9 kilometers (about 5.6 miles) away from Xalapa, which is the capital city of Veracruz. The municipality covers an area of about 19.8 square kilometers (7.6 square miles). Banderilla is located at 19°35′N 96°56′W / 19.583°N 96.933°W.
Contents
What's in a Name? The Story of Banderilla
The name Banderilla comes from a fun old story. It's said that thieves used to put a small flag, called a banderilla, on top of a hill named La Martinica. This flag was a secret signal to their friends that valuable goods were being moved along the main road.
Exploring Banderilla's Geography
The municipality of Banderilla is surrounded by other areas. To the north and northeast, you'll find Jilotepec. To the east and south, it borders Xalapa. On its southeast and west sides, it touches Rafael Lucio.
Rivers and Waterways
Banderilla gets its water from smaller rivers that flow into the Sedeño River. The Sedeño River then joins the Actopan River.
Banderilla's Climate
The weather in Banderilla is usually cool and wet all year round. You can expect to see a lot of rain during the summer and autumn months.
People and Population in Banderilla
In 2020, the municipality of Banderilla had a population of 25,993 people. These people live in 29 different communities within the municipality.
Main Towns and Communities
Most of the people, over 87%, live in the main town, which is also called Banderilla. Other important communities include:
- La Haciendita (with 1,265 people)
- Xaltepec (with 1,040 people)
- Luis Donaldo Colosio (with 293 people)
- Fredepo (with 164 people)
Farming and Agriculture
Farming is an important activity in Banderilla. The main crops grown here are:
Fun Celebrations and Festivals
Banderilla is a place that loves to celebrate!
- In March, there's a big celebration to honor San José, who is the patron saint of the town.
- In December, people celebrate in honor of the Virgen de Guadalupe.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Banderilla para niños
