Labrador District, San Mateo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Labrador
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District
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 Labrador
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Alajuela |
| Canton | San Mateo |
| Creation | 6 August 2012 |
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| • Total | 20.96 km2 (8.09 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 180 m (590 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
20404
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Labrador is a special area called a district in Costa Rica. It's part of the San Mateo area, which is located in the Alajuela province. Think of it like a neighborhood within a bigger town or county!
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History of Labrador
When Labrador Became a District
Labrador officially became its own district on August 6, 2012. This happened because of a special government decision called Acuerdo Ejecutivo N° 37-2012-MGP. It was an important step in defining this part of Costa Rica.
Exploring Labrador's Geography
Size and Elevation
Labrador covers an area of about 20.96 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly 8 square miles! It sits at an elevation of 180 meters (about 590 feet) above sea level. This means it's not right on the coast, but it's also not super high up in the mountains.
People of Labrador
Population in 2011
According to the 2011 census, Labrador had a certain number of people living there. A census helps us count how many residents call Labrador home and learn more about them.
Getting Around Labrador
Road Connections
The district of Labrador has a good network of roads that help people travel. These roads connect Labrador to other places and make it easier to get around.
National Route 131
National Route 755
See also
In Spanish: Labrador de San Mateo para niños
