Canas (Cañas), Guanacaste
Canas: cantón in Guanacaste, Costa Rica
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Quick Facts about Cañas
| Population | 26,201 |
| Country | Costa Rica |
| State | Guanacaste (Costa Rica) |
| County | Cañas |
| Area | 682.2 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 10.4311,-85.0983 |
| Altitude | 240 feet / 73 meters |
| Capital | Cañas |
| Time Zone | America/Costa_Rica |
| Local time | 02:06:27 (23rd April 2026) |
Geography
Cañas is located at 10°25'52"N 85°5'54"W (10.4310500, -85.0982500). It has 3 neighbors: Upala, Tilaran and Bagaces.
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Official Website- Porozal
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1883 | 595 | - | census |
| 1892 | 2,165 | 72.52% | census |
| 1927 | 3,500 | 38.14% | census |
| 1950 | 5,929 | 40.97% | census |
| 1963 | 9,117 | 34.97% | census |
| 1973 | 12,779 | 28.66% | census |
| 1984 | 17,284 | 26.06% | census |
| 2000 | 24,076 | 28.21% | census |
| 2011 | 26,201 | 8.11% | census |
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