Bejuco, Panama facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bejuco
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Corregimiento
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 Bejuco
Location in Panama
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Panamá Oeste |
| District | Chame |
| Area | |
| • Land | 59.6 km2 (23.0 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,548 |
| • Density | 93/km2 (240/sq mi) |
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| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Bejuco is a special kind of area in Panama called a corregimiento. It is located in the Chame District, which is part of the Panamá Oeste Province.
What is Bejuco?
Bejuco is a corregimiento, which is like a local administrative division in Panama. Think of it as a specific part of a larger district. It helps organize the country into smaller, easier-to-manage areas.
Where is Bejuco Located?
Bejuco is found in the Chame District. This district is part of the Panamá Oeste Province. Panama Oeste is one of the ten provinces in Panama. It is located west of the country's capital, Panama City.
How Many People Live in Bejuco?
According to records from 2010, about 5,548 people lived in Bejuco. The number of people living there has grown over the years. In 1990, there were 3,643 residents. By 2000, the population had increased to 4,509 people. This shows that more and more people are choosing to live in Bejuco.
