Caloto, Cauca facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Caloto, Cauca
Municipality and town
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Location of the municipality and town of Caloto, Cauca in the Cauca Department of Colombia.
Country	Colombia
Department	Cauca Department
Area
• Total	426 km2 (164 sq mi)
Population  (Census 2018)
• Total	25,416
• Density	59.66/km2 (154.52/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time)
Climate	Am

Caloto is a town and a special area called a municipality in the Cauca Department, Colombia. It is located in the southwestern part of Colombia. The town of Caloto was officially started on June 29, 1543. It was founded by a Spanish explorer named Sebastián de Belalcázar.

What is Caloto?

Caloto is known as a municipality. This means it's like a local government area that includes a main town and the smaller villages and countryside around it. It's a way for people to manage their local community.

Size and Population

The total area of Caloto municipality is about 426 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of a medium-sized city! According to the 2018 census, about 25,416 people live in Caloto. This includes people living in the main town and in the surrounding rural areas.

Climate in Caloto

Caloto has a tropical monsoon climate. This means it's generally warm all year round. It also has a wet season with lots of rain and a drier season. This kind of climate is common in many parts of Colombia.

Famous People from Caloto

Even though Caloto is not a huge city, some famous people come from there. These individuals have made a name for themselves, especially in the world of sports.

Football Stars

• Davinson Sánchez is a well-known footballer. He plays professional soccer and has represented Colombia in international matches.
• John Arlington González is another talented footballer from Caloto. He has also played professionally.

See also

Want to learn more about Caloto in Spanish? Check out this link: Caloto para niños