Colonia Palma facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Palma, Uruguay
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 Colonia Palma
Location in Uruguay
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| Country |  Uruguay |
| Department | Artigas Department |
| Population
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| • Total | 440 |
| Time zone | UTC -3 |
| Postal code |
55100
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| Dial plan | +598 4778 (+4 digits) |
Colonia Palma is a small village located in the northern part of Uruguay. It's part of the Artigas Department, which is like a state or province in other countries. This quiet village is a home to a few hundred people.
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Where is Colonia Palma?
Colonia Palma is found on Route 3, which is an important road in Uruguay. It's about 83 kilometers (about 51 miles) south of a bigger town called Bella Unión. Imagine driving south from Bella Unión for about an hour, and you'd reach Colonia Palma!
A Brief History of the Village
Colonia Palma has grown over the years. On September 13, 2006, something special happened for the community. Its official status was changed to "Pueblo," which means "village" in Spanish. This change was made by a special law, Ley Nº 18.014. This new status helped the village get more recognition and support.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Colonia Palma has changed over time. In 2011, the village had a population of 440 people. This number shows that it's a small, close-knit community.
- In 1996, there were 166 people.
- By 2004, the population grew to 416.
- In 2011, it reached 440 residents.
This information comes from the Instituto Nacional de Estadística de Uruguay, which is like the national statistics office in Uruguay.
Learn More
- You can find more information about Colonia Palma for kids in Spanish here: Colonia Palma para niños
