San Francisco District, Goicoechea facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Francisco
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District
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 San Francisco
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | San José |
| Canton | Goicoechea |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.57 km2 (0.22 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,032 |
| • Density | 3,560/km2 (9,230/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
10802
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San Francisco is a district located in the Goicoechea canton. It is part of the San José province in Costa Rica. Think of a district as a smaller area within a larger region.
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About San Francisco's Location
San Francisco is a small area. It covers about 0.57 square kilometers. This district is located quite high up. It sits at an elevation of 1,172 meters above sea level. This means it's higher than many places, which can affect its climate.
Who Lives in San Francisco?
This section talks about the people living in San Francisco. It shows how the number of people has changed over time.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1892 | 343 | — | |
| 1927 | 868 | 153.1% | |
| 1950 | 2,801 | 222.7% | |
| 1963 | 3,900 | 39.2% | |
| 1973 | 3,994 | 2.4% | |
| 1984 | 3,138 | −21.4% | |
| 2000 | 2,552 | −18.7% | |
| 2011 | 2,032 | −20.4% | |
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In 2011, a special count of people was done. This is called a census. The 2011 census showed that San Francisco had 2,032 people living there.
Getting Around San Francisco
This district has several important roads. These roads help people travel in and out of San Francisco. They connect the district to other parts of Costa Rica.
Main Road Routes
The following main roads pass through or near San Francisco:
- National Route 32
- National Route 108
- National Route 218
See also
In Spanish: San Francisco (Goicoechea) para niños
