Francisco I. Madero, Coahuila facts for kids
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Francisco I. Madero
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Aerial view of Francisco I. Madero
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 Francisco I. Madero
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State | Coahuila |
| Municipality | Francisco I. Madero |
| First settled | 1895 |
| Town status | 30 November 1936 |
| City status | 30 November 1986 |
| Elevation | 1,100 m (3,600 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 50,084 |
| Postal code |
27900
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| Area code(s) | 872 |
| Website | www.fimcoahuila.gob.mx |
Francisco I. Madero is a city in the northern Mexican state of Coahuila. It is located in the southwestern part of the state. This area is close to the Durango state border. It is part of an economic region called Laguna.
The city sits at about 1,100 meters (3,609 feet) above sea level. It is the main town, or municipal seat, for the Francisco I. Madero Municipality, Coahuila.
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What's in a Name?
The city is named after a very important person in Mexican history. His name was Francisco I. Madero. He was a hero of the Mexican Revolution. He was born in a nearby town called Parras de la Fuente.
Where is Francisco I. Madero?
This city is about 200 kilometers (124 miles) from Saltillo. Saltillo is the capital city of the state of Coahuila.
How Many People Live Here?
In 2005, about 30,084 people lived in the city of Francisco I. Madero. The entire area around the city, called its municipality, had a total population of 51,528 people.
History of the City
People first settled in this area in 1895. It officially became a town on November 30, 1936. Later, on November 30, 1986, it was given the status of a city.
See also
In Spanish: Francisco I. Madero (Coahuila) para niños
