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Patarrá
District
Patarrá district location in Costa Rica
Patarrá district location in Costa Rica
Patarrá
Location in Costa Rica
Country  Costa Rica
Province San José
Canton Desamparados
Area
 • Total 16.09 km2 (6.21 sq mi)
Elevation
1,200 m (3,900 ft)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total 11,921
 • Density 740.89/km2 (1,918.9/sq mi)
Time zone UTC−06:00
Postal code
10307

Patarrá is a district located in Costa Rica. It is part of the Desamparados canton, which is in the San José province. Think of a district as a smaller area within a larger region, like a neighborhood in a big city.

Exploring Patarrá's Location

Patarrá covers an area of about 16.09 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's like a square with sides of about 4 kilometers each! The district sits at an elevation of 1,200 meters (about 3,937 feet) above sea level. Being this high up can sometimes mean cooler temperatures and beautiful views of the surrounding areas.

Who Lives in Patarrá?

Understanding the population helps us learn about a place. According to the 2011 census, Patarrá had a population of 11,921 people. This number tells us how many residents lived in the district at that time.

Getting Around Patarrá

Roads are very important for people to travel and for goods to be moved from one place to another. Patarrá is connected by a specific road route that helps people get in and out of the district.

Road Connections

The district is covered by the following road route:

  • CR RNS 212.svg National Route 212

This route is part of Costa Rica's national road system, making it easier for residents and visitors to travel through Patarrá.

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