Rincón, Chiriquí facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rincón
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Corregimiento
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Chiriquí |
| District | Gualaca |
| Area | |
| • Land | 66.3 km2 (25.6 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,547 |
| • Density | 23.3/km2 (60/sq mi) |
| Population density calculated based on land area. | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Rincón is a special kind of area in Panama. It's called a corregimiento. Think of it like a local district or a small town area. Rincón is located in the Gualaca District, which is part of the Chiriquí Province.
About Rincón
Rincón is a place in Panama with its own unique features. It's a part of the country's local government system.
Where is Rincón?
Rincón is found in the western part of Panama. It's in the Chiriquí Province, which is known for its beautiful nature. This province is close to the border with Costa Rica. The specific district Rincón belongs to is called Gualaca.
How Big is Rincón?
The land area of Rincón is about 66.3 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly 25.6 square miles.
How Many People Live There?
In 2010, about 1,547 people lived in Rincón. This means that for every square kilometer, there were about 23 people. We can also look at how the population has changed over time:
- In 1990, the population was around 1,200 people.
- By 2000, it had grown to about 1,364 people.
- And in 2010, it reached 1,547 people.
This shows that Rincón's population has been slowly growing over the years.
