San Antonio District, León Cortés Castro facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Antonio
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District
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 San Antonio
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | San José |
| Canton | León Cortés Castro |
| Creation | 7 November 1995 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.15 km2 (3.92 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,770 m (5,810 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,106 |
| • Density | 108.97/km2 (282.22/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
12006
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San Antonio is a special area called a district in Costa Rica. It's part of the León Cortés Castro canton, which is in the San José province. Think of a district as a smaller part of a larger region.
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A Quick Look at San Antonio's History
San Antonio was officially created on November 7, 1995. This means it became a recognized district on that date.
Where is San Antonio?
San Antonio is a district that covers about 10.15 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 1,400 football fields! It sits high up, at an elevation of about 1,770 meters above sea level. This means it's located in a mountainous or hilly area.
Villages in San Antonio
Within the district of San Antonio, you'll find a few smaller communities or villages. These include:
- Angostura (part of it)
- Cuesta
How Many People Live Here?
According to the 2011 census, about 1,106 people lived in San Antonio. This number helps us understand how many residents call this district home.
Getting Around San Antonio
Roads are important for people to travel in and out of San Antonio. The district is connected by these main roads:
National Route 226
National Route 336
These routes help people get to other towns and cities in Costa Rica.
