Santo Domingo, Chiriquí facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Santo Domingo
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Corregimiento
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| Country |  Panama |
| Province | Chiriquí |
| District | Bugaba |
| Area | |
| • Land | 50.9 km2 (19.7 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,625 |
| • Density | 51.5/km2 (133/sq mi) |
| Population density calculated based on land area. | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
Santo Domingo is a small but important area in Panama. It is located in the Chiriquí Province, which is in the western part of the country. This place is part of the Bugaba District. It is known as a corregimiento, which is like a local administrative division in Panama. Think of it as a specific neighborhood or section within a larger district.
About Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo is a corregimiento in the Bugaba District of the Chiriquí Province. Panama uses corregimientos to help organize its different areas. Each corregimiento has its own local government. This helps manage services and daily life for the people living there.
Location and Size
Santo Domingo has a land area of about 50.9 square kilometers. This is roughly 19.6 square miles. To give you an idea, that's about the size of a medium-sized town. It is located within the larger Bugaba District. The Chiriquí Province is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich agriculture.
Population Growth
In 2010, about 2,625 people lived in Santo Domingo. This means there were about 51.5 people living in each square kilometer. The number of people living in Santo Domingo has grown over the years. In 1990, the population was 1,988 people. By 2000, it had increased to 2,276 people. This shows that more and more people are choosing to live in this area.
See also
In Spanish: Santo Domingo (Chiriquí) para niños
