San Felipe de Jesús, Sonora facts for kids
San Felipe de Jesús is a small town in the middle of the Mexican state of Sonora. It is the main town, or "municipal seat," of the San Felipe de Jesús Municipality. The town gets its name from Saint Philip of Jesus, who was Mexico's first saint and a Franciscan martyr.
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What is San Felipe de Jesús Like?
San Felipe de Jesús is a quiet place. Most people in the municipality live right in this town. The town is located in a hilly area with valleys. It sits at a height of about 853 meters (about 2,798 feet) above sea level.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in San Felipe de Jesús has been slowly getting smaller since 1980. In 2010, about 392 people lived in the town itself. The whole municipality had 396 residents. This makes it one of the smallest municipalities in Mexico.
When Was San Felipe de Jesús Founded?
San Felipe de Jesús was started a long time ago, in 1657. A Spanish captain named Juan Munguía Villela claimed the land. He wanted to set up a ranch there to find and dig up minerals.
How Can You Get Around San Felipe de Jesús?
The town is connected to other nearby towns like Huépac and Aconchi. There is a paved road with two lanes that links these places. This road also connects to larger areas like Mazocahui and Cananea.
What is the Weather Like?
San Felipe de Jesús does not get a lot of rain. On average, it rains about 468.8 millimeters (about 18.4 inches) each year. The Río Sonora (Sonora River) flows through this region.
What Do People Do for Work?
The main ways people make a living in San Felipe de Jesús are farming and raising cattle. In the year 2000, there were about 154 people who were working.
Farming and Ranching in San Felipe de Jesús
Farmers in San Felipe de Jesús mostly grow corn and beans. These crops are grown to feed their own families. They also grow special grasses to feed their cattle. In 2000, there were about 3,000 cattle in the area.
See also
In Spanish: San Felipe de Jesús (Sonora) para niños
