Tapesco facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tapesco
Tapezco
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District
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 Tapesco
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Alajuela |
| Canton | Zarcero |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.33 km2 (2.44 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,821 m (5,974 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,305 |
| • Density | 206.16/km2 (534.0/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
21103
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Tapesco is a small area, or district, located in the Zarcero area (called a canton) within the Alajuela province of Costa Rica. While its official name is Tapesco, it is sometimes also called Tapezco.
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About Tapesco
Tapesco is a district in the beautiful country of Costa Rica. It is part of the Alajuela province. This area is known for its natural beauty.
Size and Height
Tapesco covers an area of about 6.33 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's like a square with sides just over 2.5 kilometers long. The district is also quite high up! It sits at an elevation of 1,821 meters above sea level. That's higher than many mountains in other parts of the world.
People of Tapesco
In 2011, a census was taken in Costa Rica. This count showed that Tapesco had a population of 1,305 people. This number helps us understand how many people live in the district.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Tapesco has changed over many years. Here's how the population has grown and shrunk:
- 1892: 558 people
- 1927: 661 people
- 1950: 840 people
- 1963: 1007 people
- 1973: 1585 people
- 1984: 1714 people
- 2000: 1040 people
- 2011: 1305 people
Getting Around Tapesco
Tapesco has roads that help people travel.
Road Connections
The main road that goes through the district is:
- National Route 141
See also
In Spanish: Tapesco para niños
