Guadalupe, Costa Rica facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Guadalupe
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District
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 Guadalupe
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | San José |
| Canton | Goicoechea |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.38 km2 (0.92 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,204 m (3,950 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 20,663 |
| • Density | 8,682/km2 (22,490/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
10801
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Guadalupe is a district in Costa Rica. It is part of the Goicoechea canton, located in the San José province. Guadalupe is the main city of the Goicoechea Canton. It is now a big part of the San José Metropolitan Area.
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A Look Back in Time
Guadalupe officially became a city on August 10, 1920. This was an important step for the area's growth.
Where is Guadalupe?
Guadalupe covers an area of about 2.38 square kilometers. It is located at an elevation of 1,204 meters above sea level. This means it is quite high up!
Who Lives in Guadalupe?
This section tells us about the people living in Guadalupe over time.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1864 | 2,602 | — | |
| 1883 | 2,763 | 6.2% | |
| 1892 | 1,369 | −50.5% | |
| 1927 | 2,699 | 97.2% | |
| 1950 | 9,604 | 255.8% | |
| 1963 | 21,958 | 128.6% | |
| 1973 | 27,016 | 23.0% | |
| 1984 | 25,506 | −5.6% | |
| 2000 | 23,723 | −7.0% | |
| 2011 | 20,663 | −12.9% | |
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According to the 2011 census, Guadalupe had a population of 20,663 people.
Getting Around Guadalupe
Road Connections
Several important roads pass through Guadalupe. These roads help people travel to and from the district.
National Route 39
National Route 108
National Route 200
National Route 201
National Route 205
National Route 218
Famous People from Guadalupe
- Ulises Segura is a soccer player. He played for the team D.C. United.
See also
In Spanish: Guadalupe (Costa Rica) para niños
