San José District, Atenas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San José
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District
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 San José
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Alajuela |
| Canton | Atenas |
| Area | |
| • Total | 13.44 km2 (5.19 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 738 m (2,421 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,940 |
| • Density | 144.3/km2 (373.9/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
20506
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San José is a small area called a district in Costa Rica. It is part of the Atenas canton, which is like a county, and it's located in the Alajuela province.
Where is San José?
San José is a district in Costa Rica. It covers an area of about 13.44 square kilometers. That's about 5.2 square miles.
The district is located at an elevation of 738 meters (about 2,421 feet) above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which can affect its weather and scenery.
How Many People Live Here?
In 2011, about 1,940 people lived in San José. This makes it a relatively small community. The number of people living there has changed over many years.
Getting Around
Roads in San José
People in San José use roads to travel around. The main road that goes through the district is:
- National Route 135
This road helps connect San José to other places in the region.
See also
In Spanish: San José de Atenas para niños
