El Triunfo, Honduras facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
El Triunfo
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Municipality
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 El Triunfo, Honduras
Location in Honduras
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| Country | Honduras |
| Department | Choluteca |
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| • Municipality | 307 km2 (119 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Municipality | 51,124 |
| • Density | 166.53/km2 (431.3/sq mi) |
| • Urban | 13,248 |
El Triunfo is a town and a municipality in Honduras. It is part of the Choluteca department, which is like a state or province in Honduras. This small town is located very close to the border with Nicaragua.
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What is El Triunfo?
El Triunfo is both a town and a municipality. A municipality is an area that has its own local government. It includes the main town and the smaller villages or rural areas around it.
Understanding a Municipality
Think of a municipality as a local government area. It's similar to a county or a borough in other countries. The people living in a municipality elect leaders to manage local services. These services can include things like schools, roads, and public safety.
Where is El Triunfo Located?
El Triunfo is in the southern part of Honduras. It is in the Choluteca department. This area is known for its warm climate. Being near the Nicaraguan border means it's a place where two countries meet.
Geographic Details
The town's exact location is at 13 degrees North latitude and 87 degrees West longitude. This helps us find it on a map. The municipality covers an area of about 307 square kilometers. That's roughly 118 square miles.
People and Population
In 2023, the town of El Triunfo had a population of about 10,930 people. The entire municipality, including the town and surrounding areas, had a larger population of around 51,124 people.
Life in El Triunfo
Many people in the municipality live in rural areas. About 13,248 people live in the more urban parts of the municipality. This means El Triunfo has a mix of town life and countryside living.
See also
In Spanish: El Triunfo (Honduras) para niños
