Potrerillos, Cortés facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Potrerillos
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Municipality
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 Potrerillos
Location in Honduras
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| Country |  Honduras |
| Department | Cortés |
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| • Total | 99.4 km2 (38.4 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 51 m (167 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 26,954 |
| • Density | 271.17/km2 (702.3/sq mi) |
Potrerillos is a lively town and a special area called a municipality in Honduras. It is located in the Cortés Department, which is like a big region in the country. This town was officially started a long time ago, in 1875.
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About Potrerillos
Potrerillos is known as both a town and a municipality. A municipality is an area that has its own local government. This government helps manage things like schools, roads, and public services for the people living there.
Where is Potrerillos?
Potrerillos is found in the northern part of Honduras. It is part of the Cortés Department, which is one of the 18 departments in Honduras. The town is located at coordinates 15°13′ North and 87°57′ West. It sits at an elevation of about 51 meters (167 feet) above sea level.
How Many People Live There?
As of a 2023 calculation, the town of Potrerillos has a population of about 20,050 people. The entire municipality, which includes the town and surrounding areas, has a projected population of 26,954 people for 2023. This means many families and individuals call Potrerillos home.
When Was Potrerillos Founded?
The municipality of Potrerillos was officially established in the year 1875. This makes it a place with a history stretching back over a century. Over the years, it has grown and developed into the community it is today.
Size of the Municipality
The total area of the Potrerillos municipality is about 99.4 square kilometers. This is the land area that the local government is responsible for.
See also
In Spanish: Potrerillos (Cortés) para niños
