Santiago District, Paraíso facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Santiago
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 Santiago
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Cartago |
| Canton | Paraíso |
| Area | |
| • Total | 25.5 km2 (9.8 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,084 m (3,556 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,534 |
| • Density | 217.0/km2 (562.1/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
30202
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Santiago is a special area called a district in Costa Rica. It is part of the Paraíso canton, which is located in the Cartago province. Think of it like a neighborhood within a town, which is part of a bigger region!
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What is Santiago Like?
Where is Santiago Located?
Santiago is found in the beautiful country of Costa Rica. It is part of the Cartago province, which is known for its green landscapes.
How Big is Santiago?
This district covers an area of about 25.5 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's like a square with sides just over 5 kilometers long!
How High Up is Santiago?
Santiago is also quite high up. It sits at an elevation of about 1084 meters above sea level. This means it might have cooler weather than places closer to the coast.
Who Lives in Santiago?
How Many People Live Here?
Knowing how many people live in a place is called demographics. In 2011, a census was taken in Costa Rica. This count showed that 5,534 people lived in Santiago.
How Has the Population Changed?
The number of people living in Santiago has grown over time. Here's a quick look at how the population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1927 | 1,300 | — | |
| 1950 | 1,873 | 44.1% | |
| 1963 | 2,402 | 28.2% | |
| 1973 | 2,854 | 18.8% | |
| 1984 | 3,303 | 15.7% | |
| 2000 | 4,960 | 50.2% | |
| 2011 | 5,534 | 11.6% | |
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As you can see, Santiago has become home to more and more people over the years!
Getting Around Santiago
How Can You Travel Here?
Santiago is connected by several important roads. These roads help people travel in and out of the district.
Main Road Routes
The district is covered by these main road routes:
- National Route 10
- National Route 224
- National Route 404
These routes are like the main highways that connect Santiago to other parts of Costa Rica.
See Also
- In Spanish: Santiago de Paraíso para niños
