Jocoaitique facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jocoaitique
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Municipality
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 Jocoaitique
Location in El Salvador
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| Country |  El Salvador |
| Department | Morazán Department |
| Elevation | 1,670 ft (510 m) |
Jocoaitique is a small but important municipality located in the Morazán department of El Salvador. It's a place where people live and work, just like a town or city in other countries.
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What is Jocoaitique?
Jocoaitique is a municipality, which means it's a local area with its own government. Think of it like a county or a local district. This local government helps manage things like schools, roads, and other services for the people living there.
Where is Jocoaitique located?
Jocoaitique is found in the eastern part of El Salvador. It is part of the Morazán Department, which is one of the 14 main regions (or departments) that make up the country. It sits at an elevation of about 510 meters (around 1,673 feet) above sea level. This means it's located on higher ground, which can influence its climate and landscape.
Sports in Jocoaitique
Sports are an important part of community life in Jocoaitique. The local football (soccer) team is called C.D. Atlético Juvenil. This team is a source of local pride and brings people together.
Football in El Salvador
C.D. Atlético Juvenil currently plays in the Salvadoran Third Division. This is one of the professional football leagues in El Salvador. Teams in this league compete to move up to higher divisions, showing off their skills and teamwork.
See also
In Spanish: Jocoaitique para niños
