Tecolotito, New Mexico facts for kids
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Tecolotito, New Mexico
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 Tecolotito, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | San Miguel |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.72 sq mi (1.86 km2) |
| • Land | 0.72 sq mi (1.86 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,341 ft (1,628 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 204 |
| • Density | 283.73/sq mi (109.61/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 505 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2584223 |
Tecolotito is a small place in San Miguel County, New Mexico, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and people that isn't officially a city or town. It's also a census-designated place, which is an area the government counts for population.
The name "Tecolotito" comes from the Nahuatl language. This language was spoken by ancient people in Mexico. In Spanish, "Tecolotito" means "small owl." In 2020, about 204 people lived there.
Where is Tecolotito Located?
Tecolotito is found near where the Pecos River meets Tecolote Creek. It covers an area of about 0.72 square miles (1.86 square kilometers). All of this area is land. New Mexico State Road 386 goes right through the community.
Who Lives in Tecolotito?
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| 2020 | 204 | — | |
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In 2020, the population of Tecolotito was 204 people. This number helps us understand how many people live in the area.
Education in Tecolotito
Children living in Tecolotito go to schools that are part of the Santa Rosa Consolidated Schools district. This district helps provide education for students in the area.
