Palmira, Los Santos facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Palmira
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Corregimiento
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Los Santos |
| District | Las Tablas |
| Area | |
| • Land | 9.7 km2 (3.7 sq mi) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 93 |
| • Density | 9.6/km2 (25/sq mi) |
| Population density calculated based on land area. | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Palmira is a small area in Panama. It is known as a corregimiento. A corregimiento is like a local division, similar to a small town or a group of villages. Palmira is located within the Las Tablas District, which is part of the Los Santos Province. Panama is a country in Central America, famous for the Panama Canal.
What is a Corregimiento?
A corregimiento is a type of administrative division in Panama. It's a way the country organizes its land and people. Think of it as a local area with its own small community. Panama is divided into provinces, which are then divided into districts, and districts are further divided into corregimientos.
Where is Palmira?
Palmira is found in the Los Santos Province of Panama. This province is located on the Azuero Peninsula, a large piece of land that sticks out into the Pacific Ocean. Within Los Santos Province, Palmira is part of the Las Tablas District. Las Tablas is known for its vibrant culture and traditions, especially during festivals.
Population of Palmira
The number of people living in Palmira has changed over the years. In 2010, the population was 93 people. Before that, in 2000, there were 71 people living there. And in 1990, the population was 89. These numbers show how the community has grown and changed over time.
More to Explore
- In Spanish: Palmira (Los Santos) para niños
