San Pedro de Poás facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Pedro
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District
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 San Pedro
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Alajuela |
| Canton | Poás |
| Area | |
| • Total | 13.63 km2 (5.26 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,148 m (3,766 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 7,554 |
| • Density | 554.22/km2 (1,435.4/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
20801
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San Pedro is a lovely district located in the Poás canton. This area is part of the Alajuela province in Costa Rica. Think of a district as a smaller area within a larger region, like a neighborhood in a big city.
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Exploring San Pedro's Location
San Pedro covers an area of about 13.63 square kilometers. It sits high up in the mountains, at an elevation of 1,148 meters above sea level. This means it has cool air and often beautiful views!
Mountain Views and Nearby Cities
This district is nestled in the mountains of the Central Mountain Range in Costa Rica. It's a great spot for nature lovers. San Pedro is located about 13 kilometers northwest of Alajuela, which is the capital city of its province. It's also about 32 kilometers away from San Jose, the capital city of Costa Rica.
Who Lives in San Pedro?
San Pedro has been home to many people over the years. We can see how its population has grown by looking at past records.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1864 | 1,296 | — | |
| 1892 | 1,591 | — | |
| 1927 | 1,319 | −17.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,945 | 47.5% | |
| 1963 | 3,229 | 66.0% | |
| 1973 | 3,995 | 23.7% | |
| 1984 | 5,060 | 26.7% | |
| 2000 | 6,913 | 36.6% | |
| 2011 | 7,554 | 9.3% | |
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Population Growth in San Pedro
According to the 2011 census, San Pedro had a population of 7,554 people. This number helps us understand how many residents call San Pedro home.
Getting Around San Pedro
San Pedro is connected by several important roads, making it easy to travel to and from the district.
Main Road Routes
The district has a good network of roads that help people get around. These include:
National Route 107
National Route 130
National Route 146
National Route 723
See also
In Spanish: San Pedro de Poás para niños
