La Catalina (Oaxaca)

Learn about small village of La Catalina through its pictures, maps and population statistics.

All the information about this town of 48 inhabitants of the State of Oaxaca

The town of La Catalina (Oaxaca) belongs to the municipality of San Miguel Tlacamama. There are 48 inhabitants and it is 240 meters altitude. In the list of the most populated towns of the whole municipality, it is the number #6 of the ranking.

Last Update: 29.05.2024

Data: In La Catalina, 100% of the inhabitants are catholic and 70% of the housings are equipped with a washing machine. At the bottom of this page you will find more information.

Do you want to locate the town of La Catalina? You can find it at 4.9 kilometers, in direction Southwest, from the town of San Miguel Tlacamama, which has the largest population within the municipality. To enjoy the town of La Catalina through the satelital imagery, in the bottom of the webpage you have an interactive map to know where it is.

#1 Where is La Catalina? How to go? Map

How to get to the town of La Catalina in Oaxaca? Using this map, use the controls to zoom in and out on the village and others in the vicinity to see the direct route, and to be able to plan, for example, hiking activities in La Catalina.

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#2 The population of La Catalina (Oaxaca) is 48 inhabitants

Population data in La Catalina (Oaxaca)
YearFemale InhabitantsMale inhabitantsTotal population
2020242448
2010262147
2005351651
Evolution of the population in La Catalina: Total   Men   Women
Other demographic data in La Catalina:
20202010
Fertility rate (children per woman):39.52
Population coming from outside the State of Oaxaca:0.00%0.00%
Illiterate population:6.25%6.38%
Illiterate population (men):2.08%9.52%
Illiterate population (women):4.17%3.85%
Schooling level:8.247.35
Schooling level (men):8.066.86
Schooling level (women):8.397.76
Indigenous culture data in La Catalina:
20202010
Percentage of indigenous population:33.33%42.55%
Percentage speaking an indigenous language:18.75%21.28%
Percentage who speak an indigenous language and do not speak Spanish:0.00%0.00%
Comparison of percentages of indigenous population in the town of La Catalina, compared with its municipality, with the percentage in the State of Oaxaca, and in the country as a whole.

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Unemployment, economy and housing data in La Catalina:
20202010
Employed population over 12 years:33.33%21.28%
Employed population over 12 years (men):50.00%42.86%
Employed population over 12 years (women):16.67%3.85%
Number of inhabited private housings:1013
Homes with electricity:100.00%100.00%
Homes with piped water:10.00%0.00%
Homes with a toilet or sanitary facilities:100.00%88.89%
Homes with a radio:70.00%33.33%
Homes with a television:100.00%100.00%
Homes with a refrigerator:90.00%77.78%
Homes with a washing machine:70.00%44.44%
Homes with a car:60.00%22.22%
Households with personal computer, laptop or tablet:10.00%0.00%
Homes with landline telephone:10.00%0.00%
Homes with cell phones:90.00%33.33%
Homes with Internet:10.00%0.00%
Comparison of percentages of single persons in La Catalina (over 12 years), comparing the same percentage with the municipality, with the State of Oaxaca, and with the total for the country.
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#3 Satellite photo of La Catalina

Amazing satellite GPS maps of La Catalina, to see from space this beautiful village, as well as the surroundings of the municipality of San Miguel Tlacamama. You can search free satellite map (2024) of La Catalina.



#4 Hotels and Accommodation near La Catalina

Many people want to stay in the town of La Catalina itself, but unfortunately there are no hotels in the village yet. Don't worry, we have created this list of the closest accommodations, so you can ask if they have rooms available:

#5 What to do in La Catalina

A weekend in La Catalina and looking for tourist attractions? Tourism in La Catalina and surroundings to find the best destinations.
Mountains in La Catalina for hiking and trails:
  • Yucudoco (367 meters): 6.6 km walk (102 minutes), heading Northeast.
  • Yucucaqui (383 meters): 6.4 km walk (106 minutes), heading East.
  • Yucuchaa (765 meters): 14.1 km walk (201 minutes), heading Southeast.
  • Yuculaco (428 meters): 12.8 km walk (256 minutes), heading East.
Other towns near La Catalina:
  • Puente de la Catalina (29 inhabitants): Located 2 km to the South (2 minutes by car)
  • El Terrero (206 inhabitants): Located 2 km to the East (2 minutes by car)
  • El Milagro (11 inhabitants): Located 2 km to the Southwest (2 minutes by car)
  • Yutandayoo (871 inhabitants): Located 4 km to the Northeast (5 minutes by car)
This information is based on geographical data. Distances may vary depending on terrain, driving style or walking conditions.

#6 Population pyramid of La Catalina (Oaxaca)

We have compiled data on number of inhabitants of La Catalina by age and gender, to show you the following population pyramid of the town, from the year 2005. You can check how the percentages of children and adults are distributed, in addition to women and men. With this data you can analyze the demographic structure, and know if in La Catalina there is a generational replacement.

Data of the age pyramid of the town La Catalina (inhabitants year 2020)
Age rangeNumber of womenNumber of menTotal population
Infants (0-5 years)325
Youth (6-14 years)369
Adults (15-59 years)151328
Elderly (60+ years)336

#7 Pictures of La Catalina

In order for you to enjoy nature around La Catalina, we have compiled a collection of sightseeing and monument pictures of the town and its surroundings. Access a completely free online image gallery of La Catalina, so you can even use it as a wallpaper to always remember this beautiful town.

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#9 Other towns in the Municipality of San Miguel Tlacamama

  1. Agustín López (- inhabitants)
  2. Aserradero Tlacamama (10 inhabitants)
  3. Barrio de la Guadalupe (- inhabitants)
  4. El Zapote (422 inhabitants)
  5. El Zapotillo (15 inhabitants)
  6. Florentino González (- inhabitants)
  7. La Cañada del Marqués (299 inhabitants)
  8. La Esperanza (La Nueva Esperanza) (296 inhabitants)
  9. La Presa (1 inhabitants)
  10. La Tabiquera (- inhabitants)
  11. Las Mercedes de León (- inhabitants)
  12. Pila Bóveda (6 inhabitants)
  13. San Miguel Tlacamama (2273 inhabitants)
  14. Santa Elena (- inhabitants)
  15. Yutatani (12 inhabitants)