Santa Marta, Panama facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Santa Marta
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Corregimiento
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 Santa Marta
Location in Panama
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Chiriquí |
| District | Bugaba |
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| • Land | 30.4 km2 (11.7 sq mi) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 3,679 |
| • Density | 120.9/km2 (313/sq mi) |
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| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Santa Marta is a small but important area called a corregimiento in Panama. It's located in the Chiriquí Province, specifically within the Bugaba District. Think of a corregimiento like a local town or a small administrative area. Santa Marta is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and its friendly community.
About Santa Marta
Santa Marta is found in the western part of Panama, a country in Central America. It's part of the Chiriquí Province, which is known for its mountains, volcanoes, and rich farmlands. Within Chiriquí, Santa Marta is one of the areas that make up the Bugaba District.
Size and People
Santa Marta covers a land area of about 30.4 square kilometers (which is about 11.7 square miles). In 2010, about 3,679 people lived there. This means the population density was around 120.9 people per square kilometer. Population density tells us how many people live in a certain amount of space.
The number of people living in Santa Marta has grown over the years:
- In 1990, there were 2,940 people.
- In 2000, the population grew to 3,396 people.
- By 2010, it reached 3,679 people.
Famous People from Santa Marta
Santa Marta is proud to be the home of some notable individuals.
Ricardo Cordoba
One famous person from Santa Marta is Ricardo Cordoba. He is a former World Boxing Champion. This means he was one of the best boxers in the world in his weight class!
See also
In Spanish: Santa Marta (Chiriquí) para niños
