San Miguel District, Santo Domingo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Miguel
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District
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 San Miguel
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Heredia |
| Canton | Santo Domingo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.9 km2 (2.3 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,275 m (4,183 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,363 |
| • Density | 1,078/km2 (2,793/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
40303
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San Miguel is a small area, also known as a district, located in the Santo Domingo region. This district is part of the Heredia province in the beautiful country of Costa Rica.
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Exploring San Miguel's Geography
San Miguel covers an area of about 5.9 square kilometers. To help you imagine this, it's roughly the size of 1,100 football fields! The district is located at an elevation of 1,275 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which can often lead to cooler temperatures and lovely views.
Understanding San Miguel's Population
How Many People Live Here?
Every few years, countries count how many people live in different areas. This is called a census. It helps us understand how communities are growing and changing.
Here's how San Miguel's population has grown over the years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1883 | 769 | — | |
| 1892 | 993 | 29.1% | |
| 1927 | 1,599 | 61.0% | |
| 1950 | 2,035 | 27.3% | |
| 1963 | 2,893 | 42.2% | |
| 1973 | 2,074 | −28.3% | |
| 1984 | 3,176 | 53.1% | |
| 2000 | 5,694 | 79.3% | |
| 2011 | 6,363 | 11.7% | |
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During the 2011 census, it was found that San Miguel had a population of 6,363 people. This shows that more and more people have chosen to make San Miguel their home over time.
Getting Around San Miguel
Main Roads and Routes
San Miguel is connected to other places by several important roads. These roads help people travel for work, school, and fun activities.
The main roads that go through San Miguel are:
National Route 32
National Route 117
National Route 220
These routes are like the main arteries of the district, making it easy to get around and explore.
See also
In Spanish: San Miguel de Santo Domingo para niños
