Sena, New Mexico facts for kids
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Sena, New Mexico
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 Sena, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | San Miguel |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.13 sq mi (5.51 km2) |
| • Land | 2.13 sq mi (5.51 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,876 ft (1,791 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 155 |
| • Density | 72.91/sq mi (28.15/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| Area code | 505 |
| FIPS code | 35-71790 |
| GNIS ID | 2584218 |
Sena is a small place in San Miguel County, New Mexico, United States. It is called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a town that doesn't have its own local government. It's also a "census-designated place," which means the government counts the people living there for official records.
Sena is located right next to the Pecos River. It is also found along New Mexico State Highway 3, making it easy to reach by road.
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History of Sena
Sena was first settled a long time ago, during the 1800s. This was a time when many new communities were forming across the American West.
Life in Sena
What is the Economy Like?
Sena does not have its own stores or businesses. People living in Sena need to travel to nearby towns for their shopping and services. The closest store and Post Office are about 3.2 miles (5.1 km) away. These services are found in the community of Villanueva, which is to the southeast.
How Many People Live in Sena?
According to the 2020 census, 155 people live in Sena. This makes it a very small community.
Education in Sena
Students in Sena attend schools that are part of the West Las Vegas Schools district. The high school for this area is West Las Vegas High School.
See also
- In Spanish: Sena (Nuevo México) para niños
