Las Palmas, Los Santos facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Las Palmas
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Corregimiento
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Los Santos |
| District | Macaracas |
| Area | |
| • Land | 42.4 km2 (16.4 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 436 |
| • Density | 10.3/km2 (27/sq mi) |
| Population density calculated based on land area. | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Las Palmas is a small town, or corregimiento, located in the Macaracas District of the Los Santos Province in Panama. Think of a corregimiento like a local administrative area, similar to a small county or a large village.
In 2010, Las Palmas had a population of 436 people. Its population has changed over the years. In 1990, there were 579 people living there, and by 2000, the number had dropped to 473.
About Corregimientos
A corregimiento is a special type of administrative division in Panama. It's like a local government area. Each corregimiento has its own local leader and helps manage the daily life of the people living there. They are part of larger areas called districts, which are then part of provinces.
Where is Las Palmas?
Las Palmas is found in the Los Santos Province of Panama. This province is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich culture. It's located on the Azuero Peninsula, a part of Panama that sticks out into the Pacific Ocean.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Las Palmas has changed quite a bit.
- In 1990, the population was 579.
- By 2000, it had decreased to 473.
- In 2010, the population was 436.
These changes can happen for many reasons, like people moving to bigger cities for jobs or families growing smaller.
See also
- In Spanish: Las Palmas (Los Santos) para niños
