Gravilias facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gravilias
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District
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 Gravilias
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | San José |
| Canton | Desamparados |
| Creation | 23 November 1992 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.94 km2 (1.14 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,150 m (3,770 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 15,024 |
| • Density | 5,110/km2 (13,235/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
10312
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Gravilias is a special area called a district in Costa Rica. It's part of the Desamparados region, which is in the San José province.
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What Does Gravilias Mean?
The name Gravilias comes from a type of tree called the Grevillea robusta. These trees were often planted to give shade to coffee farms in the area.
How Gravilias Started
Gravilias became an official district on November 23, 1992. This happened because of a special government decision called Decreto Ejecutivo 21752-G.
Where is Gravilias Located?
Gravilias covers an area of about 2.94 square kilometers. It is located at an elevation of 1,150 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up!
How Many People Live in Gravilias?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 15,846 | — | |
| 2011 | 15,024 | −5.2% | |
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According to the 2011 census, about 15,024 people lived in Gravilias.
See also
In Spanish: Gravilias (Costa Rica) para niños
