São José da Coroa Grande


São José da Coroa Grande is a city in Pernambuco with 18,555 inhabitants. It is southernmost city of the state on the coast section.

Geography

Used for underwater fishing. Although still primitive, has vast area of coconut trees, mangrove vegetation and weak waves.
As Gravatá beach and Várzea do Una, is suitable for hunting underwater.
Bay with strong waves, large strip of sand. Also is suitable for fishing underwater and is located in the estuary of Una River.
Which means great crown, is located in the urban coast of the city. Has weak waves and sand banks up to the natural reefs, about 600 yards from the beach.

Economy

The main economic activities in São José da Coroa Grande are based in tourism, artisanal fishing and agriculture, especially sugarcane and coconuts.

Economic Indicators

Economy by Sector
2006
Primary sectorSecondary sectorService sector
10.65%10.69%78.66%

Health Indicators

HDI Hospitals Hospitals beds Children's Mortality every 1000
0.62812212.6