Las Minas, Herrera facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Las Minas
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Town and corregimiento
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Country | ![]() |
Province | Herrera |
District | Las Minas |
Area | |
• Land | 57.1 km2 (22.0 sq mi) |
Population
(2010)
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• Total | 1,975 |
• Density | 34.6/km2 (90/sq mi) |
Population density calculated based on land area. | |
Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Climate | Aw |
Las Minas is a town located in Herrera Province, Panama. It is also a corregimiento, which is like a local administrative area or a small district. The town of Las Minas is the main center, or "seat," of the larger Las Minas District.
About Las Minas
Las Minas is a small but important place in its region. In 2010, about 1,975 people lived there. The town's population has changed a bit over the years. For example, in 1990, there were 1,981 people, and in 2000, the population grew to 2,209.
Location and Geography
Las Minas is found in the central part of Panama. It is part of the Herrera Province, which is known for its farming and traditional culture. The area around Las Minas has a tropical savanna climate. This means it has a wet season and a dry season each year.
What is a Corregimiento?
In Panama, a corregimiento is a type of local division. It is smaller than a district and often includes a main town and the surrounding rural areas. Las Minas is both a town and a corregimiento. This means it has its own local government and community services.
See also
In Spanish: Las Minas (Herrera) para niños