Copainalá facts for kids
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Copainalá
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Municipality of Frontera Hidalgo in Chiapas
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 Copainalá
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State | Chiapas |
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| • Total | 127.6 sq mi (330.4 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 21,050 |
Copainalá is a town and a larger area called a municipality in the sunny state of Chiapas, located in southern Mexico. It's a place with a unique culture and history.
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About Copainalá
Copainalá is both a town and a municipality. A municipality is like a county or a local government area. The municipality of Copainalá covers an area of about 330.4 square kilometers. That's roughly 127 square miles, which is a good size!
Population and Communities
In 2010, the municipality of Copainalá had a total population of 21,050 people. This was an increase from 19,298 people in 2005, showing that more people are choosing to live there.
The Town of Copainalá
The main town of Copainalá itself had a population of 6,550 people in 2010. It's the biggest community in the municipality.
Other Localities
Besides the main town, the municipality has 174 other smaller communities. These are mostly rural areas. Some of the larger ones in 2010 included:
- Ángel Albino Corzo (Guadalupe) with 1,469 people.
- Benito Juárez with 1,153 people.
Languages Spoken
While Spanish is widely spoken, many people in Copainalá also speak the Copainalá Zoque dialect. This is a special language that has been passed down through generations. It's part of the rich cultural heritage of the region.
See also
In Spanish: Copainalá para niños
