Santa María, Honduras facts for kids
This article is about Santa María (disambiguation)|Santa Maria. For other uses, see Santa María, Honduras (disambiguation).
Quick facts for kids
Santa María
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Municipality
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 Santa María, Honduras
Location in Honduras
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| Country | Honduras |
| Department | La Paz |
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| • Total | 97 km2 (37 sq mi) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 11,098 |
| • Density | 114.4/km2 (296.3/sq mi) |
Santa María is a small town and an important municipality in Honduras. It is located in the department of La Paz. This area is known for its beautiful natural scenery.
People of Santa María
In 2013, a census counted the people living in Santa María. The total population was about 10,812 people. Most of the people living here are Indigenous.
Indigenous Communities
About 97% of the people in Santa María are Indigenous. The largest Indigenous group is the Lenca people. They make up almost 97% of the total population. The Lenca have a rich history and culture in Honduras.
Other Groups
Other groups also live in Santa María. About 2.6% of the people are Mestizo. Mestizo means they have mixed European and Indigenous heritage. A small number of people are Black or Afro-Honduran. Even fewer are White.
See also
- In Spanish: Santa María (Honduras) para niños
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