Santiago District, Palmares facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Santiago
District
Santiago Location in Costa Rica
Country	Costa Rica
Province	Alajuela
Canton	Palmares
Creation	19 April 1911
Area
• Total	7.94 km2 (3.07 sq mi)
Elevation	1,080 m (3,540 ft)
Population  (2011)
• Total	2,737
• Density	344.71/km2 (892.8/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC−06:00
Postal code	20704

Santiago is a district found in the Palmares canton. This canton is part of the Alajuela province in Costa Rica. A district is like a smaller area within a canton, and a canton is similar to a county.

History

When Santiago Was Created

Santiago became an official district on April 19, 1911. It was created by a special government order called "Decreto Ejecutivo 12." Before this, Santiago was part of the Atenas canton.

Geography

Santiago's Location and Size

Santiago covers an area of about 7.94 square kilometers. To help you imagine, that's roughly the size of 1,100 football fields! The district is located at an elevation of 1,080 meters. This means it's 1,080 meters above sea level, which can affect its climate and scenery.

Demographics

Who Lives in Santiago?

Demographics is a fancy word for studying the population of a place. It helps us understand how many people live there and how the population changes over time.

According to the 2011 census, Santiago had a population of 2,737 people. A census is like a big count of everyone living in a country or area. It helps governments plan for schools, roads, and other important services.

Transportation

Getting Around Santiago

The district has a good road system that helps people travel easily. These roads connect Santiago to other nearby areas.

Road Transportation

The following main road routes pass through Santiago:

• National Route 713
• National Route 714

See also

In Spanish: Santiago de Palmares para niños