Concepción District, Alajuelita facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Concepción
District
Concepción Location in Costa Rica
Country	Costa Rica
Province	San José
Canton	Alajuelita
Area
• Total	2.4 km2 (0.9 sq mi)
Elevation	1,120 m (3,670 ft)
Population  (2011)
• Total	18,721
• Density	7,800/km2 (20,200/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC−06:00
Postal code	11004

Concepción is a district located in the Alajuelita canton. This area is part of the San José province in the beautiful country of Costa Rica. It's a vibrant place where many people live and work.

Discovering Concepción

Concepción is a district that offers a mix of urban and local life. It's known for being part of the larger San José area. This makes it an important place for people living in the region.

Where is Concepción?

Concepción covers an area of about 2.4 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 240 football fields! It sits at an elevation of 1,120 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which can sometimes lead to cooler temperatures.

Who Lives in Concepción?

Understanding the population of a place is called demographics. It helps us see how many people live there and how the population has changed over time.

Here's how Concepción's population has grown:

According to the 2011 census, Concepción had a population of 18,721 people. This shows that many families and individuals call this district home.

Getting Around Concepción

Good transportation is important for any community. It helps people travel for work, school, and fun.

Road Connections

Concepción is well-connected by several important roads. These roads help people move easily within the district and to other parts of Costa Rica.

The main road routes that pass through Concepción are:

• National Route 105
• National Route 217

These routes are like the main arteries of the district. They make it simple for cars, buses, and other vehicles to get where they need to go.

See also

In Spanish: Concepción de Alajuelita para niños