Macacona facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Macacona
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District
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 Macacona
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Puntarenas |
| Canton | Esparza |
| Area | |
| • Total | 33.51 km2 (12.94 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 243 m (797 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,742 |
| • Density | 141.51/km2 (366.51/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
60203
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Macacona is a district located in the Esparza area. It is part of the Puntarenas province in the country of Costa Rica.
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Where is Macacona?
Macacona covers an area of about 33.51 square kilometers (which is about 13 square miles). It sits at an elevation of 243 meters (about 797 feet) above sea level. This means it's located somewhat above the coast.
How Many People Live Here?
The study of how many people live in a place is called demographics. Macacona has grown quite a bit over the years!
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1883 | 164 | — | |
| 1892 | 244 | 48.8% | |
| 1927 | 683 | 179.9% | |
| 1950 | 752 | 10.1% | |
| 1963 | 1,210 | 60.9% | |
| 1973 | 2,305 | 90.5% | |
| 1984 | 1,947 | −15.5% | |
| 2000 | 2,776 | 42.6% | |
| 2011 | 4,742 | 70.8% | |
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According to the 2011 census, Macacona had a population of 4,742 people. This number helps us understand how the district has changed over time.
Getting Around Macacona
Road Connections
Macacona is connected by several important roads. These roads help people travel to and from the district. The main road routes that pass through Macacona are:
- National Route 1: This is a very important road in Costa Rica.
- National Route 131
- National Route 742
Learn More
If you want to learn more about Macacona in Spanish, you can visit: Macacona para niños
