Llano Grande District facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Llano Grande
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District
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 Llano Grande
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Cartago |
| Canton | Cartago |
| Creation | 10 January 1938 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 30.35 km2 (11.72 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 2,270 m (7,450 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,342 |
| • Density | 143.06/km2 (370.53/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
30110
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Llano Grande is a district located in the Cartago canton. This canton is part of the Cartago Province in Costa Rica. Think of it like a specific neighborhood or area within a larger city region.
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History of Llano Grande
Llano Grande became an official district on January 10, 1938. This happened because of a special government order called "Decreto Ejecutivo 11."
Geography and Location
Llano Grande covers an area of about 30.35 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 7,500 football fields!
Elevation
The district is located at a high elevation of 2,270 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which can affect the climate and scenery.
Population of Llano Grande
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 1,157 | — | |
| 1963 | 1,788 | 54.5% | |
| 1973 | 1,917 | 7.2% | |
| 1984 | 2,288 | 19.4% | |
| 2000 | 3,665 | 60.2% | |
| 2011 | 4,342 | 18.5% | |
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According to the 2011 census, Llano Grande had a population of 4,342 people. This number helps us understand how many residents lived there at that time.
Getting Around Llano Grande
Road Transportation
The district has important roads that help people travel around. These include:
National Route 218
National Route 401
These routes connect Llano Grande to other areas, making it easier for residents and visitors to get where they need to go.
See also
In Spanish: Llano Grande (Costa Rica) para niños
