# Altotonga

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Municipality in Veracruz, Mexico

Altotonga Municipality Top: Altotonga Municipal Palace; Middle: Altotonga forest landscape, Altotonga main plaza; Bottom: Altotonga Downtown, María Magdalena Church Coat of arms Altotonga Location in Mexico Show map of Veracruz Altotonga Altotonga (Mexico) Show map of Mexico Coordinates: 19°45′58″N 97°14′44″W / 19.76611°N 97.24556°W / 19.76611; -97.24556 Country Mexico State Veracruz Region Capital Region Government • Mayor Rozaz 250 (PRI) Area • Total 328.7 km2 (126.9 sq mi) Elevation (of seat) 2,500 m (8,200 ft) Population (2020) • Total 64,234 • Density 189.7/km2 (491/sq mi) • Seat 21,640 Time zone UTC-6 (Central (US Central)) Postal code (of seat) 93700 Climate ET Website (in Spanish)

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Historical population Year Pop. ±% 1995 48,827 — 2000 53,241 +9.0% 2005 56,962 +7.0% 2010 60,396 +6.0% 2015 65,548 +8.5% 2020 64,234 −2.0% [1]

**Altotonga** ([Spanish](/source/Spanish_language): *Municipio de Altotonga*) is a [municipality](/source/Municipalities_of_Veracruz) in the [Mexican](/source/Mexico) [state](/source/List_of_states_of_Mexico) of [Veracruz](/source/Veracruz). It is located about 80 km northwest of the state capital [Xalapa](/source/Xalapa). It has an area of 328.7 km2 It is located at [19°46′N 97°15′W / 19.767°N 97.250°W / 19.767; -97.250](https://geohack.toolforge.org/geohack.php?pagename=Altotonga&params=19_46_N_97_15_W_).

Altotonga is delimited to the east by [Misantla](/source/Misantla), to the south by [Tenochtitlán](/source/Tenochtitl%C3%A1n%2C_Veracruz), [Tatatila](/source/Tatatila), [Las Minas](/source/Las_Minas%2C_Veracruz), [Villa Aldama](/source/Villa_Aldama) and [Perote](/source/Perote%2C_Veracruz), to the west by [Jalacingo](/source/Jalacingo), and to the north by [Atzalan](/source/Atzalan) and [Misantla](/source/Misantla).[2]

It produces [maize](/source/Maize), [beans](/source/Beans) and [potatoes](/source/Potatoes).

## History

### Pre-[Columbian](/source/Christopher_Columbus) Era

Before the arrival of the Spanish, the area that is now Altotonga was inhabited by indigenous groups, primarily the [Totonac](/source/Totonac) people. The [Totonac](/source/Totonac) civilization was known for its advanced [agricultural](/source/Agriculture) practices, architecture, and [trade](/source/Trade) networks. They were part of a broader [Mesoamerican](/source/Mesoamerica) cultural region that included other significant civilizations such as the [Aztecs](/source/Aztecs) and the [Maya](/source/Maya_peoples).

### Spanish Colonization

With the Spanish conquest of Mexico in the early 16th century, the region came under Spanish control. The Spanish imposed new administrative and religious structures, leading to significant changes in the local way of life. The introduction of Christianity and the encomienda system, which was a form of labor exploitation, had lasting impacts on the indigenous population and culture.

### Post-Independence Era

After Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821, Altotonga, like many other regions, underwent political and social changes. The 19th century was a period of instability and transformation in Mexico, with various internal conflicts and reforms shaping the nation. During this time, Altotonga developed as a local center for agriculture and trade.

### Modern Era

In the 20th and 21st centuries, Altotonga has continued to grow and modernize while maintaining its cultural heritage. The town and its surrounding areas are known for their natural beauty, including rivers and forests, which contribute to local tourism. Agriculture remains an important part of the local economy, with crops such as coffee and corn being significant.

## Demographics

As of 2020[\[update\]](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Altotonga&action=edit) the municipality had a population of 64,234 inhabitants in 105 localities.[1] About a third reside in the municipal seat; other localities include Juan Marcos (3,039 hab.), Ahueyahualco (2,944 hab.), Tezahuapan de Juárez (2,143 hab.) and Gutiérrez Zamora (1,828 hab.).[1]

## References

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-2020CENSUSALTOTONGA_1-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-2020CENSUSALTOTONGA_1-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-2020CENSUSALTOTONGA_1-2) [2020 Altotonga CENSUS](http://ceieg.veracruz.gob.mx/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2022/09/Altotonga.CM_.Ver_.2022.4.pdf)

1. **[^](#cite_ref-elocal_2-0)** ["Enciclopedia de los Municipios de México: Altotonga"](https://web.archive.org/web/20070127135914/http://www.e-local.gob.mx/work/templates/enciclo/veracruz/municipios/30010a.htm) (in Spanish). Gobierno Estatal. Archived from [the original](http://www.e-local.gob.mx/work/templates/enciclo/veracruz/municipios/30010a.htm) on 2007-01-27. Retrieved 2009-05-22.

## External links

- (in Spanish) [Municipal Official Site](http://www.altotonga.gob.mx)

- (in Spanish) [Municipal Official Information](https://web.archive.org/web/20110721171219/http://portal.veracruz.gob.mx/portal/page?_pageid=153,4493464&_dad=portal&_schema=PORTAL&municipio=altotonga.pdf)

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