Osumacinta facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Osumacinta
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 Osumacinta
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State | Chiapas |
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| • Total | 85.4 sq mi (221.1 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,302 ft (397 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,792 |
Osumacinta is a small town and a municipality located in the southern part of Mexico. It is found within the state of Chiapas, which is known for its rich culture and natural beauty.
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About Osumacinta
Osumacinta is both a town and the name of the larger area it belongs to, called a municipality. Think of a municipality like a county or a local government area. It includes the main town and several smaller villages or communities around it.
Where is Osumacinta?
Osumacinta is located in the state of Chiapas. This state is in the southern part of Mexico. It's known for its mountains, forests, and ancient Maya ruins. The town itself sits at an elevation of 397 meters (about 1,302 feet) above sea level.
How Big is Osumacinta?
The entire municipality of Osumacinta covers an area of about 221.1 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of a medium-sized city.
Population of Osumacinta
According to information from 2010, the total population of the Osumacinta municipality was 3,792 people. This number was a bit higher than in 2005, when there were 3,132 residents.
The main town of Osumacinta had a population of 2,023 people in 2010. The rest of the people lived in 15 smaller communities within the municipality. None of these other communities had more than 1,000 residents.
See also
In Spanish: Osumacinta para niños
