Ulloa District facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ulloa
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District
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Province | Heredia |
Canton | Heredia |
Area | |
• Total | 11.47 km2 (4.43 sq mi) |
Elevation | 1,003 m (3,291 ft) |
Population
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• Total | 29,266 |
• Density | 2,551.5/km2 (6,608.4/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
Postal code |
40104
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Ulloa (pronounced oo-YOH-ah) is a district located in the Heredia canton. This area is part of the Heredia province in Costa Rica. Think of a district as a smaller neighborhood or section within a larger town or region.
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About Ulloa's Location
Ulloa covers an area of about 11.47 square kilometers. That's roughly 4.4 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 1,003 meters (about 3,291 feet) above sea level. This means it's located quite high up, which can affect its climate and views.
How Many People Live in Ulloa?
This section talks about the demographics of Ulloa, which means studying its population. It shows how the number of people living there has changed over many years.
Historical population | |||
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Census | Pop. | %± | |
1892 | 703 | — | |
1927 | 1,041 | 48.1% | |
1950 | 1,435 | 37.8% | |
1963 | 2,432 | 69.5% | |
1973 | 4,275 | 75.8% | |
1984 | 7,398 | 73.1% | |
2000 | 22,456 | 203.5% | |
2011 | 29,266 | 30.3% | |
Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Censos |
According to the census taken in 2011, Ulloa had a population of 29,266 people. This number helps us understand how the district has grown over time.
Getting Around Ulloa
This part explains the main roads that help people travel in and out of Ulloa. These are important for daily life, like going to school, work, or visiting friends.
Major Roads in the District
The district is connected by several important road routes. These roads are like highways that link Ulloa to other places.
National Route 1
National Route 3
National Route 103
National Route 106
National Route 111
National Route 171
See also
In Spanish: Ulloa de Heredia para niños