Laurel District facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Laurel
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District
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 Laurel
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Puntarenas |
| Canton | Corredores |
| Creation | 22 August 1995 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 188.38 km2 (72.73 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 20 m (70 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 9,148 |
| • Density | 48.561/km2 (125.773/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
61004
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Laurel is a special area called a district in Costa Rica. It is part of the Corredores canton, which is like a county. This canton is located in the Puntarenas province, a larger region in the country.
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How Laurel Was Formed
Laurel became an official district on August 22, 1995. This happened because of a special law passed in Costa Rica. The law was known as Ley 7539.
Where is Laurel Located?
Laurel covers an area of about 188.38 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 18,838 football fields! The district is located at an elevation of 20 meters above sea level. This means it's quite close to the coast.
How Many People Live in Laurel?
In 2011, a census was taken in Costa Rica. This count showed that 9,148 people lived in Laurel at that time.
Getting Around Laurel
Roads in Laurel
The district of Laurel has several important roads. These roads help people travel and transport goods. Here are some of the main routes:
National Route 238
National Route 608
National Route 611
See also
In Spanish: Laurel (Costa Rica) para niños
