Velázquez, Uruguay facts for kids
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Velázquez
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Town
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Country | ![]() |
Department | Rocha Department |
Population
(2011)
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• Total | 1,022 |
Time zone | UTC -3 |
Postal code |
27303
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Dial plan | +598 4457 (+4 digits) |
Climate | Cfa |
Velázquez is a small town located in the Rocha Department in southeastern Uruguay.
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Geography
This town is found where two roads, Route 15 and Route 13, meet. It is about 56 kilometers (around 35 miles) north of Rocha, which is the main city of the department. A stream called Arroyo India Muerta flows to the east of the town.
History
Velázquez officially became a "Pueblo" (which means village) on October 28, 1919. Later, on July 1, 1953, its status was upgraded to a "Villa" (meaning town).
Population
In 2011, Velázquez had a population of 1,022 people. Here is how its population has changed over the years:
Year | Population |
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1963 | 1,014 |
1975 | 1,054 |
1985 | 1,031 |
1996 | 1,018 |
2004 | 1,084 |
2011 | 1,022 |
Source: Instituto Nacional de Estadística de Uruguay
See also
In Spanish: Velázquez (Uruguay) for kids
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