Barrio Norte, Panama facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Barrio Norte
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Corregimiento
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Colón |
| District | Colón |
| Area | |
| • Land | 1.2 km2 (0.5 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 20,579 |
| • Density | 17,413.3/km2 (45,100/sq mi) |
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| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Barrio Norte is a busy area, or corregimiento, located in the city of Colón within the Colón Province of Panama. It's a place where many people live and work.
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What is Barrio Norte?
Barrio Norte is a special kind of administrative area in Panama, similar to a neighborhood or a small town. It's part of the larger Colón District. This area is known for being quite densely populated, meaning a lot of people live in a relatively small space.
Where is Barrio Norte Located?
Barrio Norte is found in the country of Panama, which is in Central America. Specifically, it's in the Colón Province, which is on the Caribbean coast of Panama. The Colón District is a major port city, and Barrio Norte is one of its important sections. Its exact coordinates are about 9.36 degrees North latitude and 79.90 degrees West longitude.
How Many People Live in Barrio Norte?
The number of people living in Barrio Norte has changed over the years.
- In 1990, there were about 30,385 people.
- By 2000, the population had decreased to around 24,346.
- In 2010, the population was recorded as 20,579 people.
This shows that the number of residents has gone down over these two decades. Even with fewer people, it's still a very crowded place. With a land area of only 1.2 square kilometers, the population density in 2010 was over 17,000 people per square kilometer! This means many people live close together.
What is a Corregimiento?
In Panama, a corregimiento is a local administrative division. Think of it like a borough or a ward in a big city. Each corregimiento has its own local government and helps manage services for the people living there. Barrio Norte is one of these important local areas that make up the Colón District.
See also
In Spanish: Barrio Norte (Colón) para niños
