Beltrán, Santiago del Estero facts for kids
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Beltrán (Santiago del Estero)
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Municipality and village
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| Country |  Argentina |
| Province | Santiago del Estero |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,321 |
| Area code(s) | 0385 |
Beltrán (Santiago del Estero) is a town and a small area (municipality) in Santiago del Estero, a province in Argentina. It is a place where many people live and work.
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History of Beltrán
Long ago, people lived in the Beltrán area. Scientists have found old remains from the Mercedes and Averias cultures. These cultures existed between the years 400 and 1100.
These findings show that native peoples settled here a very long time ago. Important places where these discoveries were made include Vilmer, Beltrán, and Robles.
Population Growth
In 2001, Beltrán had a population of 5,321 people. This number was much higher than in 1991.
In 1991, only 4,366 people lived there. This means the population grew by about 21.87% in ten years.
Economic Activities
The people of Beltrán work in a few main areas. These activities help the town's economy.
Farming and Animals
One important activity is raising animals, like cows. This is called livestock breeding.
Another key activity is agriculture, which means growing crops. People grow food and other plants on farms.
Forestry Work
Forestry is also important. This involves managing forests and using trees. People might work with wood or other forest products.
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