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Yeguada
Barrio
Road in Yeguada
Road in Yeguada
Location of Yeguada within the municipality of Vega Baja shown in red
Location of Yeguada within the municipality of Vega Baja shown in red
Yeguada, Vega Baja, Puerto Rico is located in Caribbean
Yeguada, Vega Baja, Puerto Rico
Yeguada, Vega Baja, Puerto Rico
Location in Caribbean
Commonwealth  Puerto Rico
Municipality Vega Baja
Area
 • Total 3.24 sq mi (8.4 km2)
 • Land 2.46 sq mi (6.4 km2)
 • Water 0.78 sq mi (2.0 km2)
Elevation
0 ft (0 m)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 1,932
 • Density 785.4/sq mi (303.2/km2)
  Source: 2010 Census
Time zone UTC−4 (AST)

Yeguada is a small community, also called a barrio, located in the town of Vega Baja, Puerto Rico. In 2010, about 1,932 people lived there. It's known for its history and natural beauty.

A Look Back: Yeguada's History

Long ago, native people lived in the area we now call Yeguada. This community later became famous for raising horses. These horses were very important for getting around Puerto Rico.

Becoming Part of the United States

After the Spanish–American War, Spain gave Puerto Rico to the United States. This happened because of a peace agreement called the Treaty of Paris of 1898. Puerto Rico then became a special area connected to the U.S. but not a state.

In 1899, the United States government counted everyone living in Puerto Rico. They found that 428 people lived in Yeguada at that time.

Historical population
Census Pop.
1900 428
1960 398
1980 508
1990 896 76.4%
2000 1,724 92.4%
2010 1,932 12.1%
U.S. Decennial Census
1899 (shown as 1900) 1910-1930
1930-1950 1960 1980-2000 2010

Natural Wonders of Yeguada

A part of the beautiful Laguna Tortuguero is located right in Yeguada. This lagoon is a special natural area.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Yeguada (Vega Baja) para niños

  • List of communities in Puerto Rico
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