kids encyclopedia robot

Buenos Aires District, Palmares facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts
Quick facts for kids
Buenos Aires
District
Buenos Aires district location in Costa Rica
Buenos Aires district location in Costa Rica
Buenos Aires
Location in Costa Rica
Country  Costa Rica
Province Alajuela
Canton Palmares
Area
 • Total 6.88 km2 (2.66 sq mi)
Elevation
1,012 m (3,320 ft)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total 7,493
 • Density 1,089.1/km2 (2,820.8/sq mi)
Time zone UTC−06:00
Postal code
20703

Buenos Aires is a cool place located in Costa Rica! It's a district within the Palmares canton, which is part of the Alajuela province. Think of it like a neighborhood or a small town within a bigger area in Costa Rica.

What is Buenos Aires Like?

Buenos Aires is a district that covers an area of about 6.88 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 1,700 football fields! It's also quite high up, sitting at an elevation of 1,012 meters above sea level. This means it might have some nice views and cooler weather compared to places closer to the coast.

Who Lives in Buenos Aires?

Knowing how many people live in a place helps us understand its community. In 2011, a special count called a census was done in Costa Rica. This count showed that Buenos Aires had a population of 7,493 people.

Population Growth Over Time

The number of people living in Buenos Aires has changed a lot over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown:

  • 1892: 565 people
  • 1927: 1,585 people
  • 1950: 1,904 people
  • 1963: 3,235 people
  • 1973: 2,622 people (a small dip here!)
  • 1984: 3,096 people
  • 2000: 6,879 people
  • 2011: 7,493 people

As you can see, Buenos Aires has grown quite a bit over time, showing it's a lively and developing community!

Getting Around Buenos Aires

Roads are super important for people to travel and for goods to move around. Buenos Aires is connected by several important road routes. These roads help people get to other towns and cities in Costa Rica.

Main Road Routes

Here are some of the main roads that go through or near Buenos Aires:

  • CR RNP 1.svg National Route 1: This is a very important road in Costa Rica, often like a main highway.
  • CR RNS 135.svg National Route 135
  • CR RNS 148.svg National Route 148
  • CR RNS 169.svg National Route 169

These routes make it easy for residents and visitors to explore Buenos Aires and the surrounding areas.

kids search engine
Buenos Aires District, Palmares Facts for Kids. Kiddle Encyclopedia.