Naranjito is a municipality in the department of Santa Bárbara, Honduras. It covers an area of and had a population of 11,901 inhabitants according to the 2013 national census. The economy is dependent primarily on agriculture especially coffee, and livestock rearing.
History
Naranjito was officially founded in 1820, and was elevated as a municipality in 1844. On 28 December 1931, the Naranjito district was created consisting of the municipalities of Protection, Atima and El Naranjito.
Geography
Naranjito is located in the department of Santa Bárbara in Honduras. It borders the municipalities of Protección to the south, Atima and San Luis to the north, San Nicolás, Trinidad, and San Jose to the west, and Lepaera to the east. The municipality covers an area of and has an average elevation of above sea level. It is watered by the Jicatuyo River. There are several hot springs located near the municipality.
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