Gómez, Chiriquí facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gómez
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Corregimiento
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Chiriquí |
| District | Bugaba |
| Area | |
| • Land | 40.8 km2 (15.8 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,702 |
| • Density | 66.2/km2 (171/sq mi) |
| Population density calculated based on land area. | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Gómez is a small area in Panama, located in the Bugaba District of the Chiriquí Province. In Panama, places like Gómez are called a corregimiento. Think of a corregimiento as a local administrative area, a bit like a small town or a specific part of a larger district.
About Gómez
Gómez is part of the beautiful Chiriquí Province, which is known for its green landscapes and mountains. It's located in the western part of Panama, close to the border with Costa Rica.
Land Area and Size
The land area of Gómez is about 40.8 square kilometers. To help you imagine this, it's roughly the size of 4,080 soccer fields! This measurement helps us understand how much space the area covers.
Population and People
In 2010, about 2,702 people lived in Gómez. This number helps us know how many residents call Gómez home. The population has changed a bit over the years:
- In 1990, there were 2,468 people.
- In 2000, the population was 2,422.
- By 2010, it had grown to 2,702.
Population Density
When we talk about population density, we mean how many people live in each square kilometer. For Gómez, the population density was about 66.2 people per square kilometer in 2010. This tells us that Gómez is not a very crowded place, with a moderate number of people spread out across its land area.
