San Roque District, Barva facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Roque
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District
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 San Roque
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Heredia |
| Canton | Barva |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.29 km2 (0.50 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,110 m (3,640 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,622 |
| • Density | 3,583/km2 (9,280/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
40204
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San Roque is a small area, called a district, located in the Barva canton. It's part of the Heredia province in the beautiful country of Costa Rica.
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Exploring San Roque's Location
San Roque is a pretty small place. It covers an area of about 1.29 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 180 football fields! It sits at an elevation of 1,110 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which can often lead to cooler temperatures and nice views.
Who Lives in San Roque?
Over the years, the number of people living in San Roque has grown quite a lot. In 1883, only 223 people lived there. By 1950, the population had grown to 359. The biggest jump happened between 1984 and 2011.
Here's how the population has changed:
- 1883: 223 people
- 1892: 301 people
- 1927: 280 people
- 1950: 359 people
- 1963: 622 people
- 1973: 886 people
- 1984: 1,750 people
- 2000: 3,071 people
- 2011: 4,622 people
According to the 2011 census, 4,622 people called San Roque home. This shows it's a growing community!
Getting Around San Roque
San Roque has a few important roads that help people travel in and out of the district. These roads connect San Roque to other parts of the Barva canton and the wider Heredia province.
Main Road Routes
The district is connected by these main roads:
- National Route 119
- National Route 128
These routes are important for daily life, allowing people to go to school, work, or visit nearby towns.
See also
In Spanish: San Roque de Barva para niños
