Coacoatzintla in a municipality in the Mexican state of Veracruz. It is located in the mountainous central zone of the state, about 11.5 km from the state capital Xalapa. It has a surface of 43.9 km2. It is located at 19.65°N, -96.93333°W.

Geography

The municipality of Coacoatzintla is delimited to the north by Tonayan, to the north-east by Miahuatlán, to the east by Naolinco, to the south-east by Jilotepec, to the south by Banderilla and to the west by Tlacolulan. The climate in Coacoatzintla is wet and cold with rains all year round.

Demographics

As 2020, the municipality had a population of 11,018 inhabitants in 20 localities. More than 70% resides in the municipal seat, other localities include Los Planes (616 hab.), Pueblo Viejo (325 hab.) and Tlachinola (265 hab.).

Economy

It produces principally maize and potatoes.

Culture

The celebration in honor to Santiago Apostol, patron of the town, occurs in July.