Metepec (Hidalgo)
Learn about large village of Metepec through its pictures, maps and population statistics.
All the information about this town of 2,248 inhabitants of the State of Hidalgo
The town of Metepec (Hidalgo) belongs to the municipality of Metepec. There are 2,248 inhabitants and it is 2,147 meters altitude. The Magical Town of Acaxochitlán is 29 minutes away by car (21 km). In the list of the most populated towns of the whole municipality, it is the number #1 of the ranking.
Data: In Metepec, there is a percentage of 1% of indigenous population and 87% of the households have a cell phone. Need more statistics on Metepec? They are at the bottom of this page.
#1 Where is Metepec? How to go? Map
How to get to the town of Metepec in Hidalgo? 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 Metepec.
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#2 The population of Metepec (Hidalgo) is 2,248 inhabitants
| Year | Female Inhabitants | Male inhabitants | Total population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1184 | 1064 | 2248 |
| 2010 | 1108 | 982 | 2090 |
| 2005 | 979 | 888 | 1867 |
| 2020 | 2010 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fertility rate (children per woman): | 2.18 | 3.26 |
| Population coming from outside the State of Hidalgo: | 9.48% | 8.47% |
| Illiterate population: | 2.67% | 4.55% |
| Illiterate population (men): | 0.89% | 3.26% |
| Illiterate population (women): | 1.78% | 5.69% |
| Schooling level: | 9.01 | 7.72 |
| Schooling level (men): | 9 | 7.88 |
| Schooling level (women): | 9.02 | 7.58 |
| 2020 | 2010 | |
|---|---|---|
| Percentage of indigenous population: | 0.89% | 0.53% |
| Percentage speaking an indigenous language: | 0.31% | 0.38% |
| Percentage who speak an indigenous language and do not speak Spanish: | 0.00% | 0.00% |
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| 2020 | 2010 | |
|---|---|---|
| Employed population over 12 years: | 42.62% | 35.02% |
| Employed population over 12 years (men): | 57.80% | 51.02% |
| Employed population over 12 years (women): | 28.97% | 20.85% |
| Number of inhabited private housings: | 565 | 565 |
| Homes with electricity: | 99.29% | 98.53% |
| Homes with piped water: | 99.82% | 98.95% |
| Homes with a toilet or sanitary facilities: | 98.41% | 98.53% |
| Homes with a radio: | 56.99% | 76.21% |
| Homes with a television: | 91.50% | 95.37% |
| Homes with a refrigerator: | 84.96% | 80.42% |
| Homes with a washing machine: | 64.96% | 58.11% |
| Homes with a car: | 60.00% | 58.53% |
| Households with personal computer, laptop or tablet: | 18.94% | 13.05% |
| Homes with landline telephone: | 14.87% | 29.47% |
| Homes with cell phones: | 86.90% | 65.26% |
| Homes with Internet: | 22.12% | 7.37% |
#3 Satellite photo of Metepec
Amazing satellite GPS maps of Metepec, to see from space this beautiful village, as well as the surroundings of the municipality of Metepec. Get free live access to satellite views of 2024 of Metepec.
#4 What to do in Metepec
Want to know what to see in Metepec if you are visiting this town?Here are some ideas of activities to enjoy Metepec.Las mejores montes de Metepec para excursiones y actividades al aire libre:
- Cerro La Campana (2264 meters): 7.1 km walk (115 minutes), heading Southeast.
- Cerro Chalma (2360 meters): 6.0 km walk (109 minutes), heading East.
- Cerro Viejo (2750 meters): 9.2 km walk (139 minutes), heading Northeast.
- Cerro Zopilote (2296 meters): 8.4 km walk (157 minutes), heading Southeast.
- Acaxochitlán (Hidalgo): Don't miss "Presa Santa Ana Tzacuala", 29 km, heading Southeast (21 minutes by car)
- Pahuatlán (Puebla): Don't miss "Templo de Santiago Apóstol", 35 km, heading East (26 minutes by car)
- Huasca de Ocampo (Hidalgo): Don't miss "Iglesia de San Juan Bautista", 37 km, heading West (36 minutes by car)
- Huauchinango (Puebla): Don't miss "Árbol del Tizoc", 60 km, heading East (40 minutes by car)
- Real de Monte (Hidalgo): Don't miss "Plaza Principal", 80 km, heading West (53 minutes by car)
- Metepec (138 inhabitants): Located 2 km to the West (2 minutes by car)
- El Tanque (86 inhabitants): Located 2 km to the South (2 minutes by car)
- La Bomba (115 inhabitants): Located 2 km to the West (2 minutes by car)
- La Loma de Metepec (67 inhabitants): Located 2 km to the Northeast (3 minutes by car)
#5 Population pyramid of Metepec (Hidalgo)
We have compiled data on number of inhabitants of Metepec 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 Metepec there is a generational replacement.
| Age range | Number of women | Number of men | Total population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infants (0-5 years) | 118 | 120 | 238 |
| Youth (6-14 years) | 221 | 192 | 413 |
| Adults (15-59 years) | 709 | 657 | 1,366 |
| Elderly (60+ years) | 136 | 95 | 231 |
#6 Pictures of Metepec
In order for you to enjoy nature around Metepec, we have compiled a collection of sightseeing and monument pictures of the town and its surroundings. Access a completely free online image gallery of Metepec, so you can even use it as a wallpaper to always remember this beautiful town.
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#12 Local food places, eat out, restaurants in Metepec
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#13 Other towns in the Municipality of Metepec
- Acocul Cebolletas (407 inhabitants)
- Colonia Ignacio Zaragoza Parte Alta (497 inhabitants)
- Colonia Nueva Ex-Hacienda de Apulco (317 inhabitants)
- El Tanque (86 inhabitants)
- El Vesubio (150 inhabitants)
- La Bomba (115 inhabitants)
- Las Trojas (81 inhabitants)
- Majadillas (Loma Bonita) (302 inhabitants)
- Mesillas II (37 inhabitants)
- Metepec (138 inhabitants)
- Peña Colorada (141 inhabitants)
- San Diego (49 inhabitants)
- San José Palmillas Parte Baja (102 inhabitants)
- San José Palmillas Parte Alta (59 inhabitants)
- Temaxcalillos (470 inhabitants)