Sambú facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sambú
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Corregimiento
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 Sambú
Location in Panama
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Darién |
| District | Chepigana |
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| • Land | 38.8 km2 (15.0 sq mi) |
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| • Total | 931 |
| • Density | 24/km2 (60/sq mi) |
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| Time zone | EST |
| Climate | Aw |
Sambú is a small community located in the beautiful Darién Province of Panama. It is part of the Chepigana District. In Panama, places like Sambú are called a corregimiento. Think of a corregimiento as a local division, a bit like a small town or a specific area within a larger district.
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Sambú: A Community in Panama
Where is Sambú?
Sambú is found in the southeastern part of Panama. It sits right where two rivers meet: the Sambú River and the Sabalo River. This meeting point is called a confluence. Its exact location is at 8 degrees, 1 minute, 30 seconds North latitude and 78 degrees, 12 minutes, 30 seconds West longitude.
The area around Sambú covers about 38.8 square kilometers (which is about 15 square miles). This makes it a fairly small but important area within the Darién Province.
How Many People Live in Sambú?
The number of people living in Sambú has changed a bit over the years.
- In 1990, there were 762 people.
- By 2000, the population was 747.
- In 2010, the population grew to 931 people.
Based on the 2010 numbers, about 24 people live in each square kilometer of land in Sambú.
Getting Around Sambú
Even though Sambú is in a somewhat remote area, it has an important feature for travel: an airstrip. This airstrip has a paved runway, which means small planes can land and take off easily. This makes it easier for people and supplies to get to and from Sambú, especially since it's not easily reached by roads.
What is the Climate Like?
Sambú has a tropical savanna climate, often called "Aw" in climate classifications. This means it usually has warm temperatures all year round. There are typically two main seasons: a wet season with lots of rain and a dry season with less rain. This type of climate is common in many tropical areas around the world.
See also
In Spanish: Sambú para niños
