Santo Domingo District, Santo Domingo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Santo Domingo
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District
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 Santo Domingo
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Heredia |
| Canton | Santo Domingo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.79 km2 (0.31 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,170 m (3,840 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,730 |
| • Density | 5,990/km2 (15,510/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
40301
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Santo Domingo is a small but important area, also known as a district, located in the Santo Domingo canton. It's part of the Heredia province in the beautiful country of Costa Rica.
Where is Santo Domingo?
Santo Domingo is a small district. It covers an area of about 0.79 square kilometers. It sits high up, at an elevation of about 1170 meters above sea level. This means it's located in a hilly or mountainous area.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1864 | 2,852 | — | |
| 1883 | 2,519 | −11.7% | |
| 1892 | 1,980 | −21.4% | |
| 1927 | 2,550 | 28.8% | |
| 1950 | 2,341 | −8.2% | |
| 1963 | 3,608 | 54.1% | |
| 1973 | 5,148 | 42.7% | |
| 1984 | 5,032 | −2.3% | |
| 2000 | 5,181 | 3.0% | |
| 2011 | 4,730 | −8.7% | |
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According to the 2011 census, Santo Domingo had a population of 4,730 people. The population has changed over the years, as shown in the chart above.
Getting Around Santo Domingo
Main Roads
The district has several important roads that help people travel around. These roads connect Santo Domingo to other places.
Here are some of the main road routes:
National Route 5
National Route 103
National Route 116
