Chenalhó facts for kids
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Chenalhó
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Municipality of Chenalhó in Chiapas
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 Chenalhó
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State | Chiapas |
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| • Total | 113 km2 (44 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 36,111 |
| Climate | Cfb |
Chenalhó is a town and a municipality in the southern Mexican state of Chiapas. A municipality is like a county or a local government area. Chenalhó covers an area of 113 square kilometers (about 43.6 square miles).
About Chenalhó
Chenalhó is located in the state of Chiapas, which is in the southern part of Mexico. The town of Chenalhó is the main center of the municipality. This area is known for its beautiful natural surroundings.
How Many People Live in Chenalhó?
In 2010, the total population of the Chenalhó municipality was 36,111 people. This number grew from 27,331 people in 2005. The main town of Chenalhó had a population of 3,143 people in 2010.
Other Important Communities
Besides the main town, the municipality of Chenalhó has 123 other smaller communities. Some of the largest communities in 2010 were:
- Tzeltal (2,068 people)
- Belisario Domínguez (1,526 people)
- Yibeljoj (1,286 people)
- Puebla (1,245 people)
- Miguel Utrilla (Los Chorros) (1,113 people)
These communities are mostly rural, meaning they are in the countryside rather than in big cities.
See also
In Spanish: Chenalhó para niños
