San Antonio del Norte facts for kids

Quick facts for kids San Antonio del Norte
Municipality
San Antonio del Norte Location in Honduras
Country	Honduras
Department	La Paz
Area
• Total	73 km2 (28 sq mi)
Population  (2015)
• Total	2,784
• Density	38.14/km2 (98.8/sq mi)

San Antonio del Norte is a small and peaceful municipality located in the country of Honduras. It is part of the La Paz department, which is like a state or province within Honduras. A municipality is a local area that has its own government to manage local services and communities.

About San Antonio del Norte

San Antonio del Norte is found in the southwestern part of Honduras. It is known for its quiet atmosphere and natural beauty. The municipality covers an area of about 73 square kilometers (about 28 square miles). This makes it a relatively small area.

Where is Honduras?

Honduras is a country in Central America. It is known for its beautiful beaches, mountains, and ancient Mayan ruins. San Antonio del Norte is one of many municipalities that make up this interesting country.

What is a Department?

In Honduras, a "department" is a major administrative division, similar to a state or province in other countries. The La Paz department is one of the 18 departments in Honduras. It is located in the western part of the country.

People Living Here

In 2013, a count of the people living in San Antonio del Norte showed there were 2,725 residents. The community is made up of different groups of people. Most residents, about 94%, are Mestizo. This means they have a mix of European and Indigenous heritage.

Diverse Community

About 4% of the people are White, and a small number, about 1%, are Indigenous. Some of these Indigenous people are from the Lenca group, who are one of the oldest native groups in Honduras. A very small percentage, less than 1%, are Black or Afro-Honduran. This mix of cultures makes San Antonio del Norte a diverse place.

See also

In Spanish: San Antonio del Norte para niños