Guaitil District facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Guaitil
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District
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 Guaitil
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | San José |
| Canton | Acosta |
| Area | |
| • Total | 43.85 km2 (16.93 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,030 m (3,380 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,406 |
| • Density | 54.869/km2 (142.11/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
11202
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Guaitil is a district located in the Acosta canton. This canton is part of the San José province in Costa Rica. It's a place with its own unique geography and several small communities.
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Guaitil's Location and Landscape
Guaitil covers an area of about 43.85 square kilometers. It sits at an elevation of 1030 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up!
The district has natural boundaries. The Grande de Candelaria River forms its southern edge. To the north, the Jorco River marks another boundary.
Communities in Guaitil
Within the Guaitil District, you can find several smaller villages. These include Coyolar, La Cruz, Ococa, and Toledo. Each of these villages is part of the larger Guaitil district.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1883 | 507 | — | |
| 1892 | 474 | −6.5% | |
| 1927 | 1,515 | 219.6% | |
| 1950 | 2,430 | 60.4% | |
| 1963 | 2,368 | −2.6% | |
| 1973 | 2,265 | −4.3% | |
| 1984 | 2,196 | −3.0% | |
| 2000 | 2,555 | 16.3% | |
| 2011 | 2,406 | −5.8% | |
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According to the 2011 census, Guaitil had a population of 2,406 people. This number helps us understand how many residents call Guaitil home.
Getting Around Guaitil
Road Transportation
The district is connected by at least one important road. This road helps people travel to and from Guaitil.
National Route 301
See also
In Spanish: Guaitil (Costa Rica) para niños
