San Nicolás District, Cartago facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Nicolás
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District
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Province | Cartago |
Canton | Cartago |
Area | |
• Total | 29.44 km2 (11.37 sq mi) |
Elevation | 1,445 m (4,741 ft) |
Population
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• Total | 25,948 |
• Density | 881.39/km2 (2,282.8/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
Postal code |
30104
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San Nicolás is a special area called a district. It is part of the Cartago canton, which is like a county. This canton is located in the Cartago province of Costa Rica.
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Exploring San Nicolás's Location
San Nicolás covers an area of about 29.44 square kilometers. Imagine a square that is roughly 5.4 kilometers on each side! It sits at an elevation of 1445 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which can make the weather cooler.
How Many People Live Here?
Over the years, the number of people living in San Nicolás has grown a lot.
Historical population | |||
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Census | Pop. | %± | |
1864 | 2,229 | — | |
1883 | 2,002 | −10.2% | |
1892 | 2,764 | 38.1% | |
1927 | 2,787 | 0.8% | |
1950 | 3,620 | 29.9% | |
1963 | 5,705 | 57.6% | |
1973 | 9,384 | 64.5% | |
1984 | 14,675 | 56.4% | |
2000 | 22,193 | 51.2% | |
2011 | 25,948 | 16.9% | |
Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Censos |
According to the census taken in 2011, there were 25,948 people living in San Nicolás. This shows how the district has developed and become home to many families.
Getting Around San Nicolás
It's easy to travel in and out of San Nicolás thanks to its good transportation links.
Roads that Connect the District
Several important roads pass through San Nicolás. These roads help people get to other towns and cities. They are like highways that connect different places.
- National Route 2
- National Route 10
- National Route 218
- National Route 219
- National Route 236
Trains that Pass Through
San Nicolás also has a train line! The Interurbano Line runs through the district. This train line is operated by a company called Incofer. Trains are a great way to travel, especially for longer distances.
See also
In Spanish: San Nicolás (Cartago) para niños