Biolley facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Biolley
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District
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 Biolley
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Puntarenas |
| Canton | Buenos Aires |
| Creation | 7 November 1995 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 208.71 km2 (80.58 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 160 m (520 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,455 |
| • Density | 11.7627/km2 (30.465/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
60308
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Biolley is a special area called a district in Costa Rica. It is part of the Buenos Aires canton, which is like a county. This canton is located in the Puntarenas province.
What is Biolley?
Biolley is a district in the country of Costa Rica. It is found in the Puntarenas province. This area is known for its natural beauty and is home to many people.
History of Biolley
Biolley became an official district on November 7, 1995. This means it was formally recognized as a separate administrative area. This recognition happened through a special government order called a Decreto Ejecutivo 24470-G.
Geography of Biolley
Biolley covers an area of about 208.71 square kilometers. To help you imagine, that's roughly the size of a small city. The district is located at an elevation of about 160 meters above sea level. This means it's not very high up, but it's not right at the coast either.
People of Biolley
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 3,068 | — | |
| 2011 | 2,455 | −20.0% | |
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Every few years, countries count how many people live in different areas. This is called a census. According to the 2011 census, Biolley had a population of 2,455 people. This number tells us how many inhabitants lived there at that time.
