San Marcos de la Sierra facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Marcos de la Sierra
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Municipality
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 San Marcos de la Sierra
Location in Honduras
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| Country | Honduras |
| Department | Intibucá |
| Area | |
| • Total | 144 km2 (56 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 8,960 |
| • Density | 62.22/km2 (161.2/sq mi) |
| Postal code |
14000
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| Municipality number | 1013 |
San Marcos de la Sierra is a special kind of town called a municipality in Honduras. It is located in the department of Intibucá. This area is known for its beautiful mountains and rich culture.
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Who Lives in San Marcos de la Sierra?
In 2013, a count of the people living in San Marcos de la Sierra showed there were 8,653 residents. Most of the people living here are Indigenous.
Indigenous People of San Marcos
About 91.86% of the people are Indigenous. A large part of this group, 91.74%, are from the Lenca people. The Lenca are one of the oldest Indigenous groups in Honduras. They have a long history and unique traditions.
Other Groups in the Community
Other groups also live in San Marcos de la Sierra. About 7.96% of the people are Mestizo, which means they have mixed European and Indigenous heritage. A small number, 0.16%, are Black or Afro-Honduran, and 0.02% are White. This mix of people makes San Marcos de la Sierra a diverse place.
See also
In Spanish: San Marcos de la Sierra para niños
