Tosagua facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tosagua
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Corazón de Manabí (The heart of Manabí)
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 Tosagua
Location in Ecuador
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| Country | Ecuador | |
| Province | Manabí | |
| Canton | Tosagua | |
| City Established | January 20, 1984 | |
| Area | ||
| • City | 4.53 km2 (1.75 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 18 m (59 ft) | |
| Population
(2022 census)
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| • City | 11,317 | |
| • Density | 2,498.2/km2 (6,470/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Tusaguense | |
| Area code(s) | +593 5 | |
| Climate | BSh | |
Tosagua is a city located in Ecuador, a country in South America. About 11,317 people live here. It is the main city of Tosagua Canton.
The city sits by the Carrizal River. This river is in the northwest part of the Manabí Province. The name "Tosagua" comes from an old local tribe called the Tosahuas.
Tosagua became a county on January 20, 1984. This happened after the Congress and the president of Ecuador, Osvaldo Hurtado Larrea, approved it. The city is home to important local government offices and organizations. Tosagua Canton covers an area of 381.6 square kilometers. It is a central point in the northern part of Manabí Province.
What Tosagua Produces
Tosagua is a busy area known for its farming. Farmers here grow many healthy fruits and crops. These include cocoa, coffee, bananas, cassava (also known as yuca), and maize (corn). These crops are important for the local economy.
See also
In Spanish: Tosagua para niños
