Bebedero District facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bebedero
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District
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 Bebedero
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Guanacaste |
| Canton | Cañas |
| Creation | 30 November 1995 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 58.26 km2 (22.49 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,084 |
| • Density | 35.771/km2 (92.646/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
50604
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Bebedero is a special area called a district in Costa Rica. It is part of the Cañas area, which is in the Guanacaste province. Think of a district like a neighborhood or a smaller part of a bigger town.
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When Was Bebedero Created?
Bebedero became its own district on November 30, 1995. Before that, it was part of the Cañas district. It was officially separated by a government rule.
What is Bebedero's Geography Like?
Bebedero covers an area of about 58.26 square kilometers. To help you imagine, that's like a square about 7.6 kilometers (or 4.7 miles) on each side. The district is very low to the ground, with an elevation of only 7 meters (about 23 feet) above sea level. This means it's quite flat and close to the ocean level.
What Villages are in Bebedero?
The main village in the district is also called Bebedero. This is where the local government offices are located. Other smaller villages in the district include Coopetaboga and Taboga. Part of Taboga is also within the Bebedero district.
How Many People Live in Bebedero?
Knowing the demographics means understanding who lives in a place. This includes how many people there are. According to the 2011 census, about 2,084 people lived in Bebedero.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1883 | 47 | — | |
| 1892 | 163 | 246.8% | |
| 2000 | 2,123 | — | |
| 2011 | 2,084 | −1.8% | |
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How Do People Travel in Bebedero?
Getting around Bebedero is mostly done by road. The district has a few important roads that help people travel. These are known as national routes.
Important Road Routes
- National Route 923
- National Route 930
These roads connect Bebedero to other parts of the region. They are important for daily life and for moving goods.
See Also
- In Spanish: Bebedero (Costa Rica) para niños
