Desamparados District, Alajuela facts for kids
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Desamparados
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District
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 Desamparados
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Alajuela |
| Canton | Alajuela |
| Area | |
| • Total | 12.95 km2 (5.00 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,010 m (3,310 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 26,109 |
| • Density | 2,016.1/km2 (5,221.8/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
20110
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Desamparados is a district found in the Alajuela canton. It is part of the Alajuela province in Costa Rica. This area is a key part of the larger Alajuela region.
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Exploring Desamparados' Geography
Desamparados covers an area of about 12.95 square kilometers. To help you imagine this, it's like a square with sides that are roughly 3.6 kilometers long each. The district is located at an elevation of 1010 meters above sea level. Being this high up can influence the local weather and the beautiful scenery around the area.
Who Lives in Desamparados?
Understanding the population of Desamparados helps us learn about its growth over time.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1864 | 574 | — | |
| 1883 | 648 | 12.9% | |
| 1892 | 891 | 37.5% | |
| 1927 | 1,047 | 17.5% | |
| 1950 | 1,348 | 28.7% | |
| 1963 | 2,440 | 81.0% | |
| 1973 | 6,670 | 173.4% | |
| 1984 | 8,268 | 24.0% | |
| 2000 | 21,075 | 154.9% | |
| 2011 | 26,109 | 23.9% | |
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According to the 2011 census, Desamparados had a population of 26,109 people. This number shows how the district has grown and changed over many years.
Getting Around Desamparados
People in Desamparados use different ways to travel. The district is well-connected by both roads and a train line.
Road Transportation
Several important road routes pass through Desamparados, making it easy to get to other places.
National Route 3
National Route 123
Rail Transportation
For those who prefer trains, the Interurbano Line also runs through this district. This train service is operated by Incofer, which is the national railway company.
See also
In Spanish: Desamparados de Alajuela para niños
