Checa, Ecuador facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Checa
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 Checa, Ecuador
Location in Ecuador
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| Country |  Ecuador |
| Province | Azuay Province |
| Canton | Cuenca Canton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 24.9 sq mi (64.5 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,698 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (ECT) |
| Climate | Cfb |
Checa (also known as Jidcay) is a small town and a parish in Ecuador. It is located in the Azuay Province, within the Cuenca Canton. A parish is like a local district or community.
Where is Checa Located?
Checa is found in the beautiful country of Ecuador. It is part of the Azuay Province. This province is in the southern part of Ecuador. Checa is also part of the Cuenca Canton. A canton is similar to a county or a larger administrative area.
How Big is Checa?
The total area of Checa parish is about 64.5 square kilometers. This is roughly 25 square miles. In 2001, a census counted the number of people living there. At that time, Checa had a population of 2,698 people.
What is the Climate Like in Checa?
Checa has an Oceanic climate, which is also known as a Cfb climate. This means the weather is generally mild. It has cool summers and no dry season. Rainfall is spread throughout the year. This type of climate is often found near oceans.
See also
- In Spanish: Checa (parroquia de Cuenca) para niños
