San Juan Grande facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Juan Grande
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District
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 San Juan Grande
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Puntarenas |
| Canton | Esparza |
| Area | |
| • Total | 18.7 km2 (7.2 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 224 m (735 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,171 |
| • Density | 330.0/km2 (854.7/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
60202
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San Juan Grande is a district found in the Esparza canton. This area is part of the Puntarenas province in Costa Rica. It is a small but important part of the country.
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Geography of San Juan Grande
San Juan Grande covers an area of about 18.7 square kilometers. To help you imagine, that's like 1,870 soccer fields! The district is located at an elevation of 224 meters above sea level. This means it's a bit higher up than coastal areas.
Population Changes in San Juan Grande
The number of people living in San Juan Grande has changed a lot over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1883 | 134 | — | |
| 1892 | 172 | 28.4% | |
| 1927 | 755 | 339.0% | |
| 1950 | 988 | 30.9% | |
| 1963 | 1,260 | 27.5% | |
| 1973 | 1,465 | 16.3% | |
| 1984 | 1,579 | 7.8% | |
| 2000 | 3,437 | 117.7% | |
| 2011 | 6,171 | 79.5% | |
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According to the 2011 census, San Juan Grande had a population of 6,171 people. This shows a big increase in residents over time.
Getting Around San Juan Grande
Main Road Routes
San Juan Grande is connected by important roads that help people travel in and out of the district. These roads are part of Costa Rica's national road system.
National Route 131
National Route 622
See also
In Spanish: San Juan Grande (Costa Rica) para niños
