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Capellanía
Corregimiento
Capellanía is located in Panama
Capellanía
Capellanía
Location in Panama
Country  Panama
Province Coclé
District Natá
Area
 • Land 102.3 km2 (39.5 sq mi)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 4,512
 • Density 44.1/km2 (114/sq mi)
  Population density calculated based on land area.
Time zone UTC−5 (EST)

Capellanía is a special kind of area in Panama, called a corregimiento. It's located in the Natá District, which is part of the Coclé Province. Think of a corregimiento like a local administrative division, similar to a small town or a group of villages.

Where is Capellanía Located?

Capellanía is found in the central part of Panama, within the Coclé Province. This province is known for its beautiful landscapes, including mountains, valleys, and coastal areas. The Natá District, where Capellanía is, is one of the oldest settlements in Panama.

How Big is Capellanía?

Capellanía covers a land area of about 102.3 square kilometers (which is about 39.5 square miles). To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of a small city or a large town.

How Many People Live There?

According to records from 2010, about 4,512 people lived in Capellanía. This means that for every square kilometer, there were about 44 people. The population has grown over the years:

  • In 1990, there were 3,817 people.
  • By 2000, the population increased to 4,396.
  • And in 2010, it reached 4,512 people.

This shows that more and more people are choosing to live in Capellanía.

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