Mendoza, Panama facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mendoza
Corregimiento
Mendoza Location in Panama
Country	Panama
Province	Panamá Oeste
District	La Chorrera
Area
• Land	38.1 km2 (14.7 sq mi)
Population  (2010)
• Total	1,233
• Density	32.4/km2 (84/sq mi)
	Population density calculated based on land area.
Time zone	UTC−5 (EST)

Mendoza is a small area in Panama. It is located in the La Chorrera District. This district is part of the Panamá Oeste Province.

Mendoza is known as a corregimiento. This is a special type of local area in Panama. It is similar to a small town or a local district.

About Mendoza

Mendoza is a part of Panama with its own local government. It helps manage services for the people living there. These services include things like local roads and community activities.

Where is Mendoza?

Mendoza is found in the western part of Panama. It is not far from the capital city. The area is known for its natural beauty.

How Many People Live Here?

Mendoza has a small but growing population. In 2010, about 1,233 people lived there. This number has increased over the years.

In 1990, the population was 851 people. By 2000, it had grown to 1,053 people. This shows that more families are choosing to live in Mendoza.

What is a Corregimiento?

A corregimiento is a basic division of land in Panama. It is like a local neighborhood or a small town. Each corregimiento has a local leader. This leader helps make decisions for the community.

Corregimientos are important for local government. They help organize services for residents. They also make sure local rules are followed.

See also

• In Spanish: Mendoza (Panamá) para niños