San Jerónimo District, Naranjo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Jerónimo
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District
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 San Jerónimo
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Alajuela |
| Canton | Naranjo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 9.12 km2 (3.52 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,110 m (3,640 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,264 |
| • Density | 357.89/km2 (926.9/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
20605
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San Jerónimo is a special area called a district in the Naranjo canton. It's part of the Alajuela province in the beautiful country of Costa Rica. Think of it like a neighborhood within a town, which is part of a larger region!
Where is San Jerónimo?
San Jerónimo is a small place, covering about 9.12 square kilometers (that's about 3.5 square miles). It's located quite high up, about 1,110 meters (or 3,642 feet) above sea level. Imagine being on top of a tall building – that's how high it is! This high elevation often means cooler temperatures and lovely views.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1892 | 531 | — | |
| 1927 | 4,083 | 668.9% | |
| 1950 | 8,673 | 112.4% | |
| 1963 | 884 | −89.8% | |
| 1973 | 1,039 | 17.5% | |
| 1984 | 1,350 | 29.9% | |
| 2000 | 2,703 | 100.2% | |
| 2011 | 3,264 | 20.8% | |
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According to a count done in 2011, about 3,264 people lived in San Jerónimo. The number of people living in the district has grown over the years. For example, back in 1892, only 531 people lived there! It's interesting to see how communities change and grow over time.
Getting Around San Jerónimo
People in San Jerónimo use roads to travel. One important road that goes through the district is:
National Route 710
This road helps connect San Jerónimo to other places in Costa Rica, making it easier for people to get to work, school, or visit friends and family.
