San Rafael District, Montes de Oca facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Rafael
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District
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 San Rafael
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | San José |
| Canton | Montes de Oca |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.74 km2 (2.99 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,340 m (4,400 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 9,692 |
| • Density | 1,252.2/km2 (3,243.2/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
11504
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San Rafael is a special area called a district in Costa Rica. It's part of the Montes de Oca canton, which is like a county. This canton is located in the San José province. Think of it as a neighborhood within a larger town, all in the country of Costa Rica.
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Exploring San Rafael's Geography
San Rafael covers an area of about 7.74 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 774 football fields! The district is also quite high up. Its elevation is 1,340 meters above sea level. This means it's located in the mountains.
Neighborhoods in San Rafael
San Rafael is made up of several smaller areas called barrios, or neighborhoods. Some of these include Alameda, Andrómeda, Begonia, Europa, and Salitrillos. Each barrio has its own unique feel.
People Living in San Rafael
In 2011, a count of all the people living in San Rafael was done. This count is called a census. The census showed that 9,692 people lived in San Rafael at that time. This helps us understand how many people call San Rafael home.
San Rafael's Economy and Cypress Trees
One of the most important things San Rafael does for its economy is growing cypress trees. These trees are very popular in Costa Rica. They are often used as Christmas trees during the holiday season.
San Rafael, along with its nearby districts like San Ramón and Mata de Plátano, is a major spot for growing cypress trees. This area is a big producer of these trees for the entire central part of Costa Rica.
Getting Around San Rafael
Road Connections
San Rafael is connected by several important roads. These roads help people travel in and out of the district. They are part of Costa Rica's national road system.
National Route 202
National Route 203
National Route 306
