Purio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Purio
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Corregimiento
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Los Santos |
| District | Pedasí |
| Area | |
| • Land | 24 km2 (9 sq mi) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 494 |
| • Density | 20.6/km2 (53/sq mi) |
| Population density calculated based on land area. | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Purio is a small town, also known as a corregimiento, located in the Pedasí District within the Los Santos Province of Panama. In 2010, about 494 people lived there.
What is Purio?
Purio is a type of local government area in Panama called a corregimiento. Think of it like a small county or a specific part of a larger district. It is part of the Pedasí District, which is known for its beautiful coastal areas.
Where is Purio Located?
Purio is found in the Los Santos Province. This province is on the Azuero Peninsula, a large piece of land that sticks out into the Pacific Ocean in Panama. The area is known for its farming and fishing.
How Many People Live in Purio?
The number of people living in Purio has changed over the years.
- In 1990, there were 555 residents.
- By 2000, the population was 547 people.
- In 2010, the population was recorded as 494 people.
This shows that the number of people living in Purio has slowly decreased over these years.
See also
In Spanish: Purio para niños
