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Las Cruces
Corregimiento
Country  Panama
Province Los Santos
District Los Santos
Area
 • Land 44.5 km2 (17.2 sq mi)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 1,201
 • Density 27/km2 (70/sq mi)
  Population density calculated based on land area.
Time zone UTC−5 (EST)

Las Cruces is a small town in Panama. It is located in the Los Santos District within the Los Santos Province. In Panama, a "corregimiento" is like a local administrative area or a small district.

As of 2010, Las Cruces had a population of 1,201 people. Its population has been quite steady over the years. In 1990, there were 1,118 residents, and by 2000, the population grew slightly to 1,198.

Where is Las Cruces?

Las Cruces is part of the Los Santos Province in Panama. This province is known for its rich history and cultural traditions. It is located on the Azuero Peninsula, a beautiful part of Panama.

What is a Corregimiento?

A corregimiento is a type of local division in Panama. Think of it like a small town or a specific area within a larger district. Each corregimiento has its own local government. This helps manage services for the people living there.

Population Over Time

The number of people living in Las Cruces has changed a little over the years.

  • In 1990, the population was 1,118.
  • By 2000, it grew to 1,198.
  • In 2010, the population reached 1,201.

These numbers show that Las Cruces is a stable community.

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