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Tierras Morenas
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Tierras Morenas district location in Costa Rica
Tierras Morenas district location in Costa Rica
Tierras Morenas
Location in Costa Rica
Country  Costa Rica
Province Guanacaste
Canton Tilarán
Area
 • Total 83.46 km2 (32.22 sq mi)
Elevation
685 m (2,247 ft)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total 1,358
 • Density 16.271/km2 (42.142/sq mi)
Time zone UTC−06:00
Postal code
50806

Tierras Morenas is a district in Costa Rica. It is part of the Tilarán area, which is located in the Guanacaste province. This district is known for its natural beauty and peaceful communities.

About Tierras Morenas

Where is it?

Tierras Morenas covers an area of about 83.46 square kilometers. That's like a space of 83,460,000 square meters! The district is located about 685 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, offering cool breezes and nice views.

Towns and Villages

Tierras Morenas is home to several small towns and villages. These communities include Aguacate, Bajo Paires, Guadalajara, Río Piedras, and Sabalito. Parts of Aguas Gatas, Montes de Oro, and Paraíso are also within the district.

How Many People Live Here?

The number of people living in Tierras Morenas has changed over the years. In 1927, there were 777 people. By 1950, the population grew to 1,112. The highest number recorded was 1,611 people in 1963.

According to the 2011 census, Tierras Morenas had a population of 1,358 inhabitants. This number helps us understand how the community has grown and changed over time.

Historical population
Census Pop.
1927 777
1950 1,112 43.1%
1963 1,611 44.9%
1973 1,337 −17.0%
1984 1,223 −8.5%
2000 1,187 −2.9%
2011 1,358 14.4%

Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Censos
Centro Centroamericano de Población

Getting Around

Roads are important for connecting the communities in Tierras Morenas. The district is served by two main road routes. These are National Route 142 and National Route 927. These roads help people travel within the district and to other parts of Costa Rica.

  • CR RNS 142.svg National Route 142
  • CR RNT 927.svg National Route 927

See also

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