Brasil District facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Brasil
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 Brasil
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | San José |
| Canton | Santa Ana |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.25 km2 (1.25 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 878 m (2,881 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,586 |
| • Density | 795.7/km2 (2,061/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
10906
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Brasil is a district found in the Santa Ana canton. This canton is part of the San José province in Costa Rica. It's a small but important part of this Central American country.
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What is the Geography of Brasil?
Brasil covers an area of about 3.25 square kilometers (which is roughly 1.25 square miles). It sits at an elevation of 878 meters (about 2,881 feet) above sea level. This elevation means it has a higher, often cooler, climate compared to coastal areas.
How Many People Live in Brasil?
Understanding Population Changes
The study of how many people live in a place is called demographics. This helps us see how a population grows or shrinks over time.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1927 | 183 | — | |
| 1950 | 203 | 10.9% | |
| 1963 | 362 | 78.3% | |
| 1973 | 553 | 52.8% | |
| 1984 | 917 | 65.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,762 | 92.1% | |
| 2011 | 2,586 | 46.8% | |
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According to the 2011 census, Brasil had a population of 2,586 people. As you can see from the chart above, the number of people living in Brasil has steadily grown over the years.
How Do People Get Around in Brasil?
Road Transportation in the District
Getting around Brasil is mainly done by road. The district has several important road routes that connect it to other parts of Costa Rica. These routes help people travel for work, school, and other activities.
The main roads that pass through Brasil include:
National Route 22
National Route 27
National Route 121
These routes are vital for daily life and commerce in the district.
See also
In Spanish: Brasil (Costa Rica) para niños
