Salamanca, Colón facts for kids
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Salamanca
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Corregimiento
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Colón |
| District | Colón |
| Area | |
| • Land | 194.4 km2 (75.1 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,881 |
| • Density | 20/km2 (50/sq mi) |
| Population density calculated based on land area. | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Salamanca is a special type of area in Panama called a corregimiento. It is located in the Colón District, which is part of the Colón Province. In 2010, about 3,881 people lived in Salamanca.
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About Salamanca
Salamanca is a place in Panama, a country in Central America. It is part of the Colón Province, which is one of Panama's ten provinces. Within the Colón Province, Salamanca belongs to the Colón District.
What is a Corregimiento?
In Panama, a corregimiento is like a small local division or a neighborhood. It is the smallest administrative unit in the country. Think of it as a specific area within a larger district, similar to how a town might have different sections or wards.
Where is Salamanca Located?
Salamanca is found in the Colón Province. This province is on the Caribbean coast of Panama. It is known for its important port city, also called Colón. Salamanca is one of the many corregimientos that make up the Colón District.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Salamanca has changed over the years.
- In 1990, there were 2,675 people.
- By 2000, the population grew to 2,920 people.
- In 2010, the population reached 3,881 people.
This shows that more people have been choosing to live in Salamanca over time.
