Jaris facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jaris
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 Jaris
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | San José |
| Canton | Mora |
| Creation | 18 May 2012 |
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| • Total | 5.53 km2 (2.14 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 830 m (2,720 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
10706
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Jaris is a small but important area, called a district, located in Costa Rica. It's part of the Mora canton, which is like a county, within the San José province.
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The Story of Jaris
Jaris became an official district quite recently, on May 18, 2012. This happened through a special government decision.
Where is Jaris?
Jaris covers an area of about 5.53 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 553 football fields! The district is located at an elevation of 830 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which can affect its climate and scenery.
How Many People Live in Jaris?
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| 1883 | 166 | — | |
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When the 2011 census (a count of all the people) was done, Jaris had not yet become its own district. However, there are old records from the 1883 census that show 166 people living in the village of Jaris. By 1892, the area, including Guayabo and Jaris, had 868 inhabitants. This village later grew to become the main center of the district when it was officially created in 2012.
Getting Around Jaris
Road Connections
The district of Jaris is connected by important roads that help people travel in and out. These roads are:
National Route 209
National Route 239
See also
In Spanish: Jaris para niños
