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San Pedro
District
San Pedro district location in Costa Rica
San Pedro district location in Costa Rica
San Pedro
Location in Costa Rica
Country  Costa Rica
Province Heredia
Canton Barva
Area
 • Total 7.16 km2 (2.76 sq mi)
Elevation
1,170 m (3,840 ft)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total 9,932
 • Density 1,387.2/km2 (3,592.7/sq mi)
Time zone UTC−06:00
Postal code
40202

San Pedro is a district located in the Barva canton. This area is part of the Heredia province in Costa Rica. Think of a district as a neighborhood within a larger town or city.

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Where is San Pedro?

San Pedro is found in the Heredia province of Costa Rica. It covers an area of about 7.16 square kilometers. This district sits at an elevation of 1,170 meters above sea level. Being up high can often mean cooler temperatures and beautiful views!

How Many People Live Here?

Over the years, more and more people have chosen to live in San Pedro. Back in 1883, there were 893 people. By 2011, the population had grown to 9,932 inhabitants. That's a big jump, showing how the area has developed!

Getting Around San Pedro

San Pedro has good roads that help people travel around. These roads connect the district to other places. The main road routes that pass through San Pedro are:

  • CR RNS 126.svg National Route 126
  • CR RNS 128.svg National Route 128
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