San Isidro District, San Isidro facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Isidro
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District
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 San Isidro
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Heredia |
| Canton | San Isidro |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.66 km2 (1.03 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,360 m (4,460 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,113 |
| • Density | 2,298/km2 (5,952/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
40601
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San Isidro is a special area called a district in the San Isidro canton. It is located in the Heredia province of Costa Rica, a country in Central America. This district is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and its friendly community.
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Where is San Isidro Located?
San Isidro covers an area of about 2.66 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 266 football fields! It sits at an elevation of 1,360 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which often leads to cooler temperatures and lovely views.
How Many People Live in San Isidro?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1864 | 736 | — | |
| 1883 | 1,561 | 112.1% | |
| 1892 | 1,973 | 26.4% | |
| 1927 | 1,355 | −31.3% | |
| 1950 | 1,696 | 25.2% | |
| 1963 | 2,461 | 45.1% | |
| 1973 | 3,738 | 51.9% | |
| 1984 | 5,813 | 55.5% | |
| 2000 | 4,990 | −14.2% | |
| 2011 | 6,113 | 22.5% | |
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According to the 2011 census, San Isidro had a population of 6,113 people. This number helps us understand how many residents call San Isidro home. The population has changed over the years, as you can see from the chart above.
Getting Around San Isidro
Main Roads in the District
The district of San Isidro is connected by several important roads. These roads help people travel within the district and to other parts of Costa Rica. The main road routes that pass through San Isidro are:
National Route 112
National Route 116
These routes are like the district's highways, making it easier for cars, buses, and other vehicles to move around.
Images for kids
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National Route 112 sign
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National Route 116 sign
See Also
If you want to learn even more about San Isidro in Spanish, you can visit: San Isidro (Heredia) para niños
