Los Algarrobos, Chiriquí facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Los Algarrobos
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Corregimiento
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 Los Algarrobos
Location in Panama
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Chiriquí |
| District | Dolega |
| Established | August 5, 2002 |
| Area | |
| • Land | 30 km2 (10 sq mi) |
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| • Total | 9,326 |
| • Density | 310.6/km2 (804/sq mi) |
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| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Los Algarrobos is a special kind of area in Panama, known as a corregimiento. It is located in the Dolega District within the Chiriquí Province. This area is home to thousands of people and has its own unique history.
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Discovering Los Algarrobos
Los Algarrobos is a fascinating place in the country of Panama. It's important to understand where it is and what makes it special.
Where is Los Algarrobos Located?
Los Algarrobos is found in the western part of Panama. It is specifically part of the Chiriquí Province, which is a larger region known for its beautiful landscapes. Within Chiriquí, Los Algarrobos belongs to the Dolega District. Its exact location can be pinpointed using coordinates: 8 degrees 30 minutes North and 82 degrees 25 minutes 48 seconds West.
Understanding a Corregimiento
In Panama, a "corregimiento" is like a local administrative area. You can think of it as a small town or a specific part of a larger district. It's a way the country organizes its different communities and local governments. Los Algarrobos is one of these important corregimientos.
How Big is Los Algarrobos?
Los Algarrobos covers a land area of about 30 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly 11.6 square miles. In 2010, the population of Los Algarrobos was 9,326 people. This means that for every square kilometer, there were about 310.6 people living there. This number is called the population density.
When Was Los Algarrobos Established?
Los Algarrobos was officially created on August 5, 2002. This happened through a special rule called Law 43. This date marks when Los Algarrobos became its own recognized corregimiento within Panama.
