Río Naranjo District facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Río Naranjo
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District
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 Río Naranjo
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Guanacaste |
| Canton | Bagaces |
| Creation | 27 April 1995 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 43.83 km2 (16.92 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 522 m (1,713 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,015 |
| • Density | 23.158/km2 (59.98/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
50404
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Río Naranjo is a small area, also called a district, located in Costa Rica. It's part of the Bagaces canton, which is like a county, within the Guanacaste Province.
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A Look Back: History
Río Naranjo became an official district on April 27, 1995. This happened because of a special government decision.
Where is Río Naranjo?
Río Naranjo covers an area of about 43.83 square kilometers. That's like a square with sides about 6.6 kilometers long! It is located about 522 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, like being on a tall hill.
Towns and Villages
The main town in this district is also called Río Naranjo. It's where the district's offices are. The only other village in the district is named Río Chiquito.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 997 | — | |
| 2011 | 1,015 | 1.8% | |
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According to the 2011 census, Río Naranjo had a population of 1,015 people. This number helps us understand how many people live in the area.
Getting Around: Transportation
Road Connections
The district has roads that help people travel. One important road that goes through Río Naranjo is:
National Route 6
See also
In Spanish: Río Naranjo de Bagaces para niños
