Catazajá facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Catazajá
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Municipality of Catazajá in Chiapas
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 Catazajá
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State | Chiapas |
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| • Total | 240 sq mi (621 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 17,140 |
Catazajá is a small town and a larger area called a municipality in the southern part of Mexico. It is located in the Mexican state of Chiapas. Think of a municipality like a county or a local government area.
About Catazajá
Catazajá is known for its natural beauty and its role in the local community. It is a place where many people live and work. The municipality covers an area of 621 square kilometers. This is about 240 square miles, which is a pretty good size!
Population of Catazajá
In 2010, the total population of the Catazajá municipality was 17,140 people. This number had grown from 15,709 people in 2005. This means more people were choosing to live there.
Town and Villages
The main town of Catazajá itself had a population of 2,973 people in 2010. Besides the main town, the municipality also has many smaller villages and communities. In 2010, there were 249 of these smaller places.
The largest of these villages were:
- Punta Arena with 1,365 people
- Loma Bonita with 1,071 people
These larger villages are considered rural areas. This means they are more like the countryside, with fewer buildings and more open spaces compared to a big city.
