Categories in Plato
Auto Parts StoreCar repairCar Repair and MaintenanceCar WashGas StationMotorcycle DealerMotorcycle Parts StoreMotorcycle repairFarmingClothing storesFashion Accessories StoreShoe storesInternet Service ProviderMobile phone storesChurchesGovernment OfficePentecostal ChurchReligionElectronics StoreBuilding Materials StoreHardware storeHome Goods StoreEducationEducation CenterElementary SchoolHigh SchoolTourist AttractionBakeriesBars, pubs and tavernsBrunch RestaurantBurger restaurantsButcherCoffee ShopColombian RestaurantDessert ShopFast food restaurantsGrocery stores and supermarketsIce Cream ShopRestaurantsAtm'sBanksFinancial InstitutionMoney Transfer ServiceHospitalsMedical laboratoriesBarbersBeauty salonsHair SalonBusiness ParkApartment Building
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Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Plato
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments |
|---|---|
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Shopping | 49 |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 41 |
| Education | 35 |
| Hotels and motels | 35 |
| Bars, pubs and taverns | 29 |
| Clothing stores | 25 |
| Pharmacies and drug stores | 24 |
| Other accommodation | 20 |
| Public parks | 17 |
| Gas station | 17 |
| Churches | 15 |
Plato Facts
| Area | 1228.1 km² |
| Population | 57,585 |
| Male Population | 29,039 (50.4%) |
| Female Population | 28,546 (49.6%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +128.5% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +23.8% |
| Median Age | 21.8 years (Male: 21.5, Female: 22.2) |
| Neighborhoods | El Centro, Los Guayacanes, El Carmen, Alto Prado, Siete de Agosto |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Colombia Standard Time |
| Lat & Lng | 9.79029, -74.78244 |
| Postal Codes | 475030, 475037, 475038 |
Map of Plato
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Plato Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 25,202 | 38,591 | 46,513 | 54,175 | 57,585 |
| Population Density | 20.5 / km² | 31.4 / km² | 37.9 / km² | 44.1 / km² | 46.9 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Plato Population change from 2000 to 2015
Increase of 16.5% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plato | +115% | +40.4% | +16.5% |
| Magdalena Department | +103.1% | +39.7% | +17.4% |
| Colombia | +94.6% | +40.7% | +19.4% |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Plato Median Age
Median Age: 21.8 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plato | 21.8 yrs | 22.2 yrs | 21.5 yrs |
| Magdalena Department | 21.9 yrs | 22.2 yrs | 21.5 yrs |
| Colombia | 24.9 yrs | 25.8 yrs | 24.1 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Plato Population Density
Population Density: 46.9 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plato | 57,585 | 1,228.1 km² | 46.9 / km² |
| Magdalena Department | 1.3 million | 23,040.3 km² | 54.4 / km² |
| Colombia | 47.8 million | 1,136,620.4 km² | 42.1 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Plato Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 0 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Neighborhoods in Plato
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Plato
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Plato
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Plato CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plato | 140,552 tn | 2.44 tn | 114.4 tons/km² |
| Magdalena Department | 2,983,116 tn | 2.38 tn | 129.5 tons/km² |
| Colombia | 116,035,326 tn | 2.43 tn | 102.1 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Plato CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 140,552 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 2.44 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 114.4 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | High (9) |
| Earthquake | Medium (6) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/26/18 | 3:03 PM | 4.4 | 55.2 km | 16,410 m | 14km SE of San Pedro, Colombia | usgs.gov |
| 9/23/17 | 5:17 AM | 4.5 | 8.3 km | 45,560 m | 8km E of Plato, Colombia | usgs.gov |
| 3/13/17 | 7:52 AM | 4.1 | 43.8 km | 73,880 m | 11km ENE of San Pedro, Colombia | usgs.gov |
| 11/27/14 | 7:43 PM | 4.4 | 81.9 km | 26,290 m | 9km SSE of San Juan de Betulia, Colombia | usgs.gov |
| 5/2/06 | 6:16 PM | 4.7 | 99.7 km | 27,700 m | near the north coast of Colombia | usgs.gov |
| 12/30/04 | 3:02 PM | 4.8 | 35.9 km | 42,900 m | northern Colombia | usgs.gov |
| 11/2/00 | 4:19 AM | 4.2 | 77.4 km | 33,000 m | northern Colombia | usgs.gov |
| 12/30/99 | 4:59 PM | 4.4 | 85.3 km | 89,400 m | northern Colombia | usgs.gov |
| 12/8/92 | 2:56 PM | 3.8 | 37.7 km | 65,900 m | northern Colombia | usgs.gov |
| 6/1/92 | 3:40 AM | 4.3 | 27.7 km | 43,200 m | near the north coast of Colombia | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
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