Rita, Pococí facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rita
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District
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 Rita
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Limón |
| Canton | Pococí |
| Creation | 2 July 1971 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 502.39 km2 (193.97 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 111 m (364 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 24,041 |
| • Density | 47.8533/km2 (123.939/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
70203
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Rita is a special area called a district in Costa Rica. It's part of the Pococí canton, which is like a county, and it's located in the Limón province.
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History of Rita
Rita became its own district on July 2, 1971. Before that, it was part of another district called Guápiles. A special government rule, called a "Decreto Ejecutivo," made Rita a separate area.
Geography and Location
Rita covers an area of about 502 square kilometers (194 square miles). It is mostly flat land, with an average height of 111 meters (364 feet) above sea level.
Rita is located in the northeastern part of Costa Rica. It shares borders with other districts:
- To the north: Colorado
- To the south: Guápiles
- To the east: Cariari
- To the west: The province of Heredia
The main village in Rita, called La Rita, is about 9.6 kilometers (6 miles) north of Guápiles. It's also about 74.9 kilometers (46.5 miles) northeast of San José, which is the capital city of Costa Rica.
Population of Rita
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1973 | 6,529 | — | |
| 1984 | 11,965 | 83.3% | |
| 2000 | 21,841 | 82.5% | |
| 2011 | 24,041 | 10.1% | |
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According to the 2011 census, Rita had a population of 24,041 people. This number helps us understand how many people live in the district.
Villages and Neighborhoods
The district of Rita is made up of several smaller communities. These include:
- Neighborhoods (Barrios): Cruce de Jordán, Cristo Rey (also known as La Perrera), Peligro, Pueblo Nuevo.
- Villages (Poblados): Balastre, Canta Gallo, Cayuga, Cocorí, Chirvalo, Encina, Gallopinto, Hamburgo, I Griega, Indio, Jardín, Palmitas, Porvenir, Primavera, Rótulo, San Carlos, San Cristóbal, San Pedro, Santa Elena, Sirena, Suárez, Suerte, Tarire, Teresa, Ticabán, Triángulo, Victoria, Prado.
Economy and Jobs
The economy in Rita is largely based on farming. Growing bananas and pineapples for export to other countries is a very important activity here.
The district also has services for its residents. These include:
- Health services: Places where people can get medical care.
- Education services: Schools for children and young people.
- Entertainment: Recreational areas where people can have fun.
When it comes to shopping, you can find stores selling groceries, shoes, clothes, and many other items.
Transportation Routes
Road Transportation
Several important roads pass through the Rita district, making it easy to travel to and from the area. These roads include:
National Route 247
National Route 249
National Route 809
National Route 814
National Route 817
See also
In Spanish: La Rita (Pococí) para niños
