Calle Blancos facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Calle Blancos
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 Calle Blancos
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | San José |
| Canton | Goicoechea |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.36 km2 (0.91 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 18,984 |
| • Density | 8,044/km2 (20,830/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
10803
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Calle Blancos is a small area, or district, located in Costa Rica. It is part of the Goicoechea canton, which is like a county. This canton is found within the San José province, similar to a state.
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Where is Calle Blancos?
Calle Blancos is a district in the country of Costa Rica. It is located in the San José province. The district covers an area of about 2.36 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 236 football fields!
How High Up is Calle Blancos?
The district sits at an elevation of about 1185 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which can affect the climate and views.
Who Lives in Calle Blancos?
The number of people living in Calle Blancos has changed over the years. A census is like a big count of all the people in an area.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1892 | 580 | — | |
| 1927 | 1,402 | 141.7% | |
| 1950 | 5,800 | 313.7% | |
| 1963 | 10,836 | 86.8% | |
| 1973 | 12,408 | 14.5% | |
| 1984 | 16,155 | 30.2% | |
| 2000 | 19,411 | 20.2% | |
| 2011 | 18,984 | −2.2% | |
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According to the 2011 census, about 18,984 people lived in Calle Blancos. This shows that many people call this district home.
Getting Around Calle Blancos
Many roads help people travel through Calle Blancos and connect it to other places.
Main Roads in the District
The district is served by several important road routes. These roads help people get to work, school, and other places. They also help transport goods.
Here are some of the main roads that pass through Calle Blancos:
National Route 32
National Route 39
National Route 100
National Route 109
National Route 201
See also
In Spanish: Calle Blancos para niños
