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La Mesa
Corregimiento
Country  Panama
Province Los Santos
District Macaracas
Area
 • Land 46.2 km2 (17.8 sq mi)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 641
 • Density 13.9/km2 (36/sq mi)
  Population density calculated based on land area.
Time zone UTC−5 (EST)

La Mesa is a small community located in Panama. It is part of the Macaracas District within the Los Santos Province. In Panama, a place like La Mesa is called a corregimiento. This is a type of local administrative area, similar to a small town or a specific part of a larger district.

Discovering La Mesa

La Mesa is a quiet area in the Los Santos Province of Panama. It is known for its peaceful environment. The community is part of the Macaracas District. This district is located in the southern part of the Azuero Peninsula.

Where is La Mesa Located?

La Mesa is found in the country of Panama. Panama is a country in Central America. It connects North and South America. The Los Santos Province is on the Pacific coast of Panama. It is famous for its traditions and beautiful landscapes.

Understanding Corregimientos

A corregimiento is a local division in Panama. It helps organize the country into smaller parts. Each corregimiento has its own local government. This helps manage services for the people living there. La Mesa is one such important local area.

People and Population

The number of people living in La Mesa has changed a little over the years. In 2010, the population was 641 people. This means it is a small community.

Population Changes Over Time

Looking back, the population of La Mesa was 675 people in 1990. By 2000, it had slightly decreased to 637 people. Then, in 2010, it went up a little to 641 people. These numbers show that the population has stayed fairly stable. It has not grown or shrunk a lot.

Area and Density

La Mesa covers an area of about 46.2 square kilometers. This is roughly 17.8 square miles. With 641 people in 2010, the population density was about 13.9 people per square kilometer. This means there is plenty of space for everyone.

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