El Cedro, Herrera facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
El Cedro
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Corregimiento
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Herrera |
| District | Los Pozos |
| Area | |
| • Land | 34.1 km2 (13.2 sq mi) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 503 |
| • Density | 14.8/km2 (38/sq mi) |
| Population density calculated based on land area. | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
El Cedro is a small community located in the Herrera Province of Panama. It is part of the Los Pozos District and is known as a corregimiento. In 2010, about 503 people lived there.
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What is a Corregimiento?
A corregimiento is like a local administrative area or a small town. It's a way that countries like Panama organize their land and communities. Think of it as a specific neighborhood or a small district within a larger area.
El Cedro's Place in Panama
El Cedro is found in the central part of Panama. It belongs to the Herrera Province, which is known for its farming and traditional culture. The Los Pozos District is one of the areas within this province.
People and Population
El Cedro is a quiet place with a small population. In 2010, 503 people called it home. This number has changed a bit over the years.
Population Changes Over Time
- In 1990, the population was 543 people.
- By 2000, it had slightly decreased to 539 people.
- In 2010, the number was 503.
This shows that the population has stayed fairly steady, but with a small decrease over two decades.
How Big is El Cedro?
El Cedro covers an area of about 34.1 square kilometers. To give you an idea, this is roughly the size of a small city or a large park. With 503 people living in this space, the population density is about 14.8 people per square kilometer. This means it's not a very crowded place.
See also
In Spanish: El Cedro (Herrera) para niños
