La Masica facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Masica
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Municipality
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 La Masica
Location in Honduras
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| Country | Honduras |
| Department | Atlántida |
| Foundation | 13 November 1922 |
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| • Municipality | 468 km2 (181 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Municipality | 32,277 |
| • Density | 68.97/km2 (178.63/sq mi) |
| • Urban | 17,473 |
La Masica (pronounced la ma-SEE-ka) is a town and a municipality located in the country of Honduras. It is part of the Atlántida Department, which is like a state or province in Honduras.
In 2013, the town of La Masica had about 5,975 people living there. However, the entire municipality of La Masica is much larger. The biggest town within the municipality is called San Juan Pueblo. In 2013, San Juan Pueblo had a population of about 8,983 people. By 2020, the whole municipality was estimated to have over 32,000 residents.
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What is a Municipality?
A municipality is a type of local government area. Think of it like a county or a district. It includes a main town (like La Masica town) and all the smaller villages and rural areas around it. The municipality of La Masica covers an area of about 468 square kilometers.
When was La Masica founded?
The municipality of La Masica was officially established a long time ago. Its foundation date is November 13, 1922. This means it has been an organized local government area for over 100 years!
What does a municipality do?
A municipality is responsible for managing local services for the people who live there. This can include things like:
- Keeping the streets clean
- Providing water and electricity
- Managing local schools
- Helping with public safety
- Organizing local events
The local government in La Masica works to make life better for its residents.
Where is La Masica located?
La Masica is located in the northern part of Honduras, right on the Caribbean coast. Its coordinates are about 15 degrees North latitude and 87 degrees West longitude. This location means it has a tropical climate, often warm and humid. Being near the coast can also influence its economy and way of life.
See also
In Spanish: La Masica para niños
