Hatillo (district) facts for kids
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Hatillo
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District
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 Hatillo
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | San José |
| Canton | San José |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.38 km2 (1.69 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,125 m (3,691 ft) |
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| • Total | 50,511 |
| • Density | 11,532/km2 (29,870/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
10110
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Hatillo is a district located in the San José province of Costa Rica. It is part of the San José canton, which is like a county. Hatillo is the tenth district in this canton.
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About Hatillo
Hatillo is a district in Costa Rica. It is known for being a lively area within the capital city's larger region. People here enjoy a mix of city life and local community feel.
Where is Hatillo?
Hatillo covers an area of about 4.38 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of 600 football fields! It sits at an elevation of 1,125 meters above sea level.
Hatillo shares its borders with other districts and cantons. To the south, it touches Alajuelita Canton. To the north, you'll find the Mata Redonda and Hospital districts. To the east, it borders the San Sebastián District.
How Many People Live Here?
Hatillo is home to many people. According to the 2011 census, about 50,511 people lived in Hatillo. The population has grown a lot over the years, showing how the area has developed.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1864 | 537 | — | |
| 1883 | 305 | −43.2% | |
| 1892 | 374 | 22.6% | |
| 1927 | 650 | 73.8% | |
| 1950 | 2,936 | 351.7% | |
| 1963 | 12,750 | 334.3% | |
| 1973 | 31,036 | 143.4% | |
| 1984 | 52,539 | 69.3% | |
| 2000 | 54,901 | 4.5% | |
| 2011 | 50,511 | −8.0% | |
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Neighborhoods in Hatillo
Hatillo District is made up of several smaller areas called "barrios," which are like neighborhoods. These include:
- 15 de Setiembre
- 25 de Julio
- Hatillo 1
- Hatillo 2
- Hatillo 3
- Hatillo 4
- Hatillo 5
- Hatillo 6
- Hatillo 7
- Hatillo 8
- Hatillo Centro
- Los Aserrines
- Sagrada Familia
- Tiribí
- Topacio
- Vivienda en Marcha
Getting Around Hatillo
Hatillo has a good road system that helps people travel easily.
Main Roads
Several important roads pass through or near the district:
National Route 39
National Route 110
National Route 176
National Route 177
These routes connect Hatillo to other parts of San José and beyond.
See also
In Spanish: Hatillo (San José) para niños
