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El Aromillo
Corregimiento
Country  Panama
Province Veraguas
District Cañazas
Established August 5, 2002
Area
 • Land 64.7 km2 (25.0 sq mi)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 1,359
 • Density 21/km2 (50/sq mi)
  Population density calculated based on land area.
Time zone UTC−5 (EST)

El Aromillo is a small but important part of Panama. It is a type of local area called a corregimiento. You can find El Aromillo in the Cañazas District, which is part of the Veraguas Province.

In 2010, about 1,359 people lived in El Aromillo. This corregimiento was officially created on August 5, 2002. This happened when Law 43 was passed, setting up new local divisions in Panama.

What is a Corregimiento?

A corregimiento is like a small local government area in Panama. Think of it as a neighborhood or a small town with its own local leader. These areas help manage daily life for people living there.

How Corregimientos Work

Each corregimiento has a local leader called a corregidor. This person helps with local issues and makes sure things run smoothly. They work with the people to improve their community.

Why Corregimientos are Important

Corregimientos are important because they bring government closer to the people. They help with things like local services, community projects, and keeping the peace. This makes it easier for citizens to have a say in their local area.

Geography and Location

El Aromillo is located in the Veraguas Province of Panama. This province is known for its beautiful natural areas. It has a mix of mountains, forests, and coastal regions.

Where is Veraguas Province?

Veraguas Province is in the central part of Panama. It is the only province that touches both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. This makes it a unique place with diverse landscapes.

Life in Cañazas District

El Aromillo is part of the Cañazas District. This district is mostly rural, meaning it has many farms and natural spaces. People living here often work in agriculture. They might grow crops or raise animals.

History of El Aromillo

El Aromillo became an official corregimiento on August 5, 2002. Before this, it was likely part of a larger area. Creating new corregimientos helps organize local communities better.

Why New Corregimientos are Created

New corregimientos are often created to help manage growing populations. They also help provide better services to people in specific areas. This makes sure that every community has a local voice.

Population and Community

In 2010, El Aromillo had a population of 1,359 people. This makes it a relatively small community. Smaller communities often have strong bonds between neighbors.

Daily Life in El Aromillo

Life in El Aromillo would likely involve close-knit community activities. People might know their neighbors well and help each other out. Local events and traditions would be important parts of daily life.

See also

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