San Pablo, Nariño facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Pablo
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Municipality and town
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View of San Pablo, Nariño
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Location of the municipality and town of San Pablo in the Nariño Department of Colombia.
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department | Nariño Department | ||
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| • Total | 1,977 km2 (763 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 12,929 | ||
| • Density | 6.5397/km2 (16.938/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | ||
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San Pablo is a town and a type of local government area called a municipality in Colombia. It is located in the Nariño Department, which is a region in the southwestern part of the country.
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Where is San Pablo Located?
San Pablo is found in the Nariño Department of Colombia. This department is known for its beautiful landscapes, including mountains and valleys. The town is situated in a part of Colombia that has a rich natural environment.
San Pablo's Place in Colombia
Colombia is a large country in South America. San Pablo is one of many municipalities that make up Colombia's different regions. Its location in Nariño means it is part of a department that shares borders with Ecuador.
How Big is San Pablo?
San Pablo covers a total area of about 1,977 square kilometers. To give you an idea, this is a pretty large area for a municipality. It includes both the town itself and the surrounding rural areas.
Population of San Pablo
According to the 2018 Census, about 12,929 people live in San Pablo. This number includes everyone living in the town and the nearby countryside. It's a community where people work and live together.
What is a Municipality?
In Colombia, a municipality is like a local government area. It includes a main town or city and the smaller villages and farms around it. The municipality of San Pablo has its own local government that helps manage services for its residents.
