Pachuquilla facts for kids
Pachuquilla is a town in Hidalgo, Mexico. It is located high up, about 2,420 meters (7,940 feet) above sea level. In 1958, Pachuquilla became the main town, or "municipal seat," of an area called Mineral de la Reforma. The name Pachuquilla comes from the nearby city of Pachuca de Soto. It means Little Pachuca in English.
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People and Life in Pachuquilla
Pachuquilla is home to many people. In 2010, its population was about 29,797. By 2020, the population grew to 127,404. Most people in Pachuquilla can read and write. About 97 out of every 100 people are literate. This means they can read and write well.
Many young people in Pachuquilla go to school. About 73 out of every 100 children attend school regularly. In 2005, Pachuquilla was ranked among the top towns in Mexico for its Human Development Index. This index measures how well people live, including their health, education, and income.
Geography and Climate
Pachuquilla is located high in the mountains. Its climate is mostly mild and dry. The weather gets hotter in early summer. Later in the summer months, it often rains.
The wind usually blows from the south to the west. The air is often dry, especially from February to April. The average temperature throughout the year is about 14.2 °C (57.6 °F). The hottest it gets is around 31.4 °C (88.5 °F). The coldest temperature can be about 3 °C (37.4 °F).
See also
In Spanish: Pachuquilla para niños
