Frontera, Tabasco facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Frontera
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Municipal Seat
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 Frontera, Tabasco
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State | Tabasco |
| Municipality | Centla |
| Elevation | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 22,795 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central Standard Time) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (Central Daylight Time) |
Frontera is a city in the state of Tabasco, Mexico. It is the main city and administrative center of the Centla Municipality. This means it's where the local government for the Centla area is located.
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Where is Frontera?
Frontera is located in the southeastern part of Mexico. It's in the state of Tabasco. The city sits very close to the Gulf of Mexico. Its location is important for trade and travel.
Geography and Climate
The city is very low to the ground. Its elevation is only about 1 meter (3 feet) above sea level. This flat land is typical of the Tabasco region. The climate here is usually warm and humid.
People of Frontera
As of 2010, about 22,795 people lived in Frontera. The people living here are part of the larger community of Centla Municipality. They contribute to the local economy and culture.
Government and Administration
Frontera serves as the "municipal seat" for Centla. This means it's like the capital city for the municipality. The local government offices are in Frontera. The Mayor, who leads the municipality, works from this city.
See also
In Spanish: Frontera (Tabasco) para niños
