Río de Jesús facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Río de Jesús
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Corregimiento
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 Río de Jesús
Location in Panama
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Veraguas |
| District | Río de Jesús |
| Area | |
| • Land | 105.4 km2 (40.7 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,484 |
| • Density | 23.6/km2 (61/sq mi) |
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| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Río de Jesús is a special kind of area in Panama. It is called a corregimiento. This means it's like a local government division. Río de Jesús is found in the Río de Jesús District. This district is part of the Veraguas Province in Panama.
In 2010, about 2,484 people lived in Río de Jesús. It is also the main town, or "seat," of the Río de Jesús District. This means important district offices are located here.
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What is a Corregimiento?
A corregimiento is a type of local area in Panama. Think of it like a small town or a specific part of a larger district. Each corregimiento has its own local government. They help manage things like local services and community needs.
Where is Río de Jesús Located?
Río de Jesús is located in the central part of Panama. It is in the Veraguas Province. This province is known for its beautiful natural areas. The corregimiento itself is part of the Río de Jesús District. This district is on the Pacific side of Panama.
How Many People Live in Río de Jesús?
The number of people living in Río de Jesús has changed over the years.
- In 1990, the population was 3,602 people.
- By 2000, it had decreased to 2,585 people.
- In 2010, the population was 2,484 people.
These numbers show how communities can grow or shrink over time. Many things can cause these changes. People might move for jobs or other reasons.
See also
In Spanish: Río de Jesús para niños
