El Rosario District facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
El Rosario
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District
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 El Rosario
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Alajuela |
| Canton | Naranjo |
| Creation | 14 January 1967 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 17.21 km2 (6.64 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 835 m (2,740 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,757 |
| • Density | 218.30/km2 (565.40/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
20607
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El Rosario is a district in Costa Rica. It's part of the Naranjo area, which is in the Alajuela province. Think of a district like a smaller section or neighborhood within a larger town or region.
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History of El Rosario
El Rosario became an official district on January 14, 1967. This happened when a special law, called Ley 4020, was passed. Before that, it was part of another district named San Miguel. So, it basically separated to become its own place!
Geography and Location
El Rosario covers an area of about 17.21 square kilometers. That's like a square with sides roughly 4.15 kilometers long! The district is located at an elevation of 835 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which can affect its climate and scenery.
How Many People Live Here?
This section tells us about the population of El Rosario. It's like taking a count of all the people living in the district at different times.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1973 | 1,495 | — | |
| 1984 | 1,810 | 21.1% | |
| 2000 | 3,129 | 72.9% | |
| 2011 | 3,757 | 20.1% | |
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According to the census taken in 2011, there were 3,757 people living in El Rosario. A census is like a big survey that counts everyone in a country or area.
Getting Around El Rosario
There are a couple of main roads that help people travel in and out of El Rosario. These roads connect the district to other parts of Costa Rica.
Main Road Routes
The district is connected by these important roads:
National Route 1: This is a major highway in Costa Rica.
National Route 715: This route also helps people get around the area.
See also
In Spanish: El Rosario de Naranjo para niños
