La Carrillo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Carrillo
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Corregimiento
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 La Carrillo
Location in Panama
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Veraguas |
| District | Atalaya |
| Established | July 29, 1998 |
| Area | |
| • Land | 39.3 km2 (15.2 sq mi) |
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| • Total | 630 |
| • Density | 16/km2 (40/sq mi) |
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| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
La Carrillo is a small area, known as a corregimiento, located in the Atalaya District of Veraguas Province in Panama. In 2010, about 630 people lived there. It's like a local administrative division, similar to a small town or a part of a larger district.
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About La Carrillo
La Carrillo became an official corregimiento on July 29, 1998. This happened because of a special law, Law 58. Before this, an older law from 1982 was found to be against the rules, so a new plan was needed.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in La Carrillo has changed. In the year 2000, there were about 750 residents. By 2010, the population had decreased slightly to 630 people. This means fewer people were living in the area during that time.
Where is La Carrillo?
La Carrillo is found in the central part of Panama, within the Veraguas Province. This province is known for its diverse landscapes, including mountains, forests, and coastal areas. The corregimiento itself covers an area of about 39.3 square kilometers.
Understanding Corregimientos
In Panama, a corregimiento is a type of local government area. It's a bit like a small county or a specific neighborhood within a larger district. Each corregimiento has its own local leader and helps manage the daily lives of its residents. They are important for organizing communities across the country.
See also
In Spanish: La Carrillo para niños
