Rodas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rodas
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Rodas municipality (red) within
Cienfuegos Province (yellow) and Cuba |
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| Country | Cuba | |
| Province | Cienfuegos | |
| Founded | 1859 | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 552 km2 (213 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 25 m (82 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 32,719 | |
| • Density | 59.27/km2 (153.52/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) | |
| Area code(s) | +53-432 | |
Rodas is a town and a municipality in Cuba. It is located in the Cienfuegos Province. The town was first started in 1859. It was originally called Lechuzo. Later, in 1879, its name was changed to Rodas. This new name honored a brave leader named capitán general Caballero de Rodas.
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Exploring Rodas: Geography and Location
Rodas is a municipality, which is like a local government area. It is found in the central part of Cuba. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes.
Towns and Villages in Rodas
The municipality of Rodas includes several smaller towns and villages. The main town is called Cabecera. Other important areas are:
- Ariza
- Cartagena
- Congojas
- Jabacoa
- La Unión
- Limones
- Medidas
- Santiago
- Soledad
- Turquino
Before 1977, a village called Arriete-Ciego Montero was also part of Rodas. Now, it belongs to the municipality of Palmira.
Neighboring Areas of Rodas
Rodas shares its borders with several other municipalities. These include:
- Aguada de Pasajeros
- Abreus
- Cienfuegos
- Palmira
- Lajas
- Santo Domingo (which is in Villa Clara Province)
- Los Arabos (which is in Matanzas Province)
Population of Rodas
In 2022, about 32,719 people lived in the municipality of Rodas. The total area of Rodas is 552 square kilometers (about 213 square miles). This means that for every square kilometer, there are about 59 people living there. This is called the population density.
See also
In Spanish: Rodas (Cuba) para niños
