Pitahaya District facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pitahaya
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District
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 Pitahaya
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Puntarenas |
| Canton | Puntarenas |
| Area | |
| • Total | 109.66 km2 (42.34 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 10 m (30 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,211 |
| • Density | 20.162/km2 (52.220/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
60102
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Pitahaya is a special area called a district in Costa Rica. It is part of the Puntarenas canton, which is like a county. This canton is located within the Puntarenas province, similar to a state or region.
Where is Pitahaya?
Pitahaya covers an area of about 109.66 square kilometers (about 42 square miles). It is also quite low, sitting only about 10 meters (33 feet) above sea level. This low elevation means it's close to the coast.
How Many People Live Here?
This section shows how many people have lived in Pitahaya over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1892 | 248 | — | |
| 1927 | 1,048 | 322.6% | |
| 1950 | 1,619 | 54.5% | |
| 1963 | 3,320 | 105.1% | |
| 1973 | 3,387 | 2.0% | |
| 1984 | 3,502 | 3.4% | |
| 2000 | 1,822 | −48.0% | |
| 2011 | 2,211 | 21.4% | |
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According to the 2011 census, about 2,211 people called Pitahaya their home.
Getting Around Pitahaya
Pitahaya has important roads that help people travel around the district and to other parts of Costa Rica.
Main Roads
The main road routes that pass through Pitahaya are:
- National Route 1: This is a very important highway in Costa Rica.
- National Route 604: This route helps connect different areas within the region.
