Gualaco facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gualaco
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Municipality
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 Gualaco
Location in Honduras
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| Country |  Honduras |
| Department | Olancho |
| Villages | 10 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2,363.45 km2 (912.53 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 650 m (2,140 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 22,327 |
| • Density | 9.44678/km2 (24.4671/sq mi) |
| Climate | Aw |
| Sources: Google Maps | |
Gualaco is a special town, also known as a municipality. It is located in the northern part of Honduras. Gualaco is part of the Olancho region. You can find it west of San Esteban. It is also north of Santa Maria del Real and east of Guata.
Exploring Gualaco
Gualaco is a lively place in the Olancho department. It is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. The town offers a glimpse into Honduran culture.
Getting Around Gualaco
If you want to visit Gualaco, you can fly to Jicalapa Airport. This airport has a grass airstrip. It is located about 3 kilometers (almost 2 miles) southeast of the town. This makes it easy for people to travel to and from Gualaco.
People of Gualaco
Understanding the people who live in a place helps us learn about its culture. In 2013, a census counted the population of Gualaco. There were 21,863 people living in the municipality.
Who Lives in Gualaco?
The people of Gualaco come from different backgrounds. Most of the residents, about 97.11%, are Mestizo. This means they have mixed European and Indigenous ancestry. About 1.76% of the people are White. Around 0.56% are Indigenous. Also, 0.50% are Black or Afro-Honduran. A very small number, 0.07%, belong to other groups. This mix of people makes Gualaco a diverse community.
See also
In Spanish: Gualaco para niños
