Ponuga facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ponuga
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Corregimiento
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 Ponuga
Location in Panama
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Veraguas |
| District | Santiago |
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| • Land | 289.7 km2 (111.9 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,798 |
| • Density | 9.7/km2 (25/sq mi) |
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| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Ponuga is a small area in Panama. It is located in the Veraguas Province, within the Santiago District. Ponuga is known as a corregimiento, which is like a local administrative area or a type of town in Panama.
Where is Ponuga?
Ponuga is found in the central part of Panama. It is part of the Veraguas Province, which is known for its beautiful nature. This area is also part of the Santiago District, a larger region.
What is a Corregimiento?
A corregimiento is a special type of division in Panama. Think of it like a small town or a local district. Each corregimiento has its own local government. This helps manage services for the people living there.
How Many People Live in Ponuga?
The number of people living in Ponuga has changed over the years. In 2010, about 2,798 people lived there. Before that, in 2000, the population was 3,096. Even earlier, in 1990, there were 3,369 residents. This shows that the population has become a bit smaller over time.
See also
In Spanish: Ponuga para niños
