Menchaca facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Menchaca
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Corregimiento
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Herrera |
| District | Ocú |
| Established | April 30, 2003 |
| Area | |
| • Land | 64.9 km2 (25.1 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,517 |
| • Density | 23.4/km2 (61/sq mi) |
| Population density calculated based on land area. | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Menchaca is a special kind of local area in Panama called a corregimiento. It is located in the Ocú District within the Herrera Province. In 2010, about 1,517 people lived there. This area was officially created on April 30, 2003, by a special law.
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About Menchaca
Menchaca is a small but important part of Panama's local government system. A corregimiento is like a small town or a group of villages that share a local administration. It helps manage local services and represents the people living there.
Where is Menchaca Located?
Menchaca is found in the central part of Panama. It is part of the Herrera Province, which is known for its farming and traditional culture. The Ocú District is one of the areas within this province.
How Many People Live in Menchaca?
According to the 2010 census, Menchaca had a population of 1,517 people. This number helps us understand the size of the community. It also helps local leaders plan for things like schools and other services.
When Was Menchaca Formed?
Menchaca was officially established on April 30, 2003. This happened through a special rule called Law 41. This law helped define the boundaries and the way Menchaca would be governed as a corregimiento.
See also
In Spanish: Menchaca (Herrera) para niños- Carlos Menchaca (born 1980), an American politician with the same last name.
