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Iturralde
Corregimiento
Country  Panama
Province Panamá Oeste
District La Chorrera
Area
 • Land 64.3 km2 (24.8 sq mi)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 1,354
 • Density 21/km2 (50/sq mi)
  Population density calculated based on land area.
Time zone UTC−5 (EST)

Iturralde is a small but important area in Panama. It is known as a corregimiento, which is a type of local government division. Think of it like a town or a specific part of a larger city. Iturralde is located within the La Chorrera District, which is part of the Panamá Oeste Province.

Understanding Iturralde's Location

Iturralde is found in the country of Panama. Panama is a country in Central America. It connects North and South America. Iturralde is part of the Panamá Oeste Province. This province is on the western side of Panama.

What is a Corregimiento?

A corregimiento is a special kind of administrative area in Panama. It helps to organize the country into smaller parts. Each corregimiento has its own local government. This government helps manage things like local services. It also helps with community needs. Iturralde is one of these important local areas.

Population Over Time

Iturralde has seen its population grow over the years. In 1990, about 792 people lived there. By the year 2000, the population had increased to 927 people. The latest count from 2010 shows that 1,354 people call Iturralde home. This shows that more people are choosing to live in this corregimiento.

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