Canova
Census-designated place in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico

Canova is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, with 102 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 5,774 ft (1,760 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Lyden, 1.7 miles SW.
- 102residents (2020 Census)
- 5,774 ftelevation · 1,760 m
- 0.8 sq miland area · 2.2 km²
- 121 / sq mipopulation density
- 87582ZIP code
About Canova
Canova is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, United States. As of the 2020 census, Canova had a population of 102. The community is located on the west bank of the Rio Grande. It is named after the extensive irrigation in the area, as it means "sluice" in Spanish.
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Canova had 102 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 102 |
|---|---|
| Density | 121 per sq mi (47 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Canova at a glance
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
|---|---|
| County | Rio Arriba County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 102 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.85 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Water area | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km²) |
| Elevation | 5,774 ft (1,760 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.1678° N, 105.9888° W |
| ZIP code | 87582 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3511520 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Canova
- Lyden1.7 mi SW
- Velarde1.8 mi E
- Los Luceros4.6 mi SW
- Dixon5.5 mi E
- La Villita5.9 mi SW
- Alcalde6.9 mi SW
- Pueblito8.4 mi SW
- Chamita9.0 mi SW
- Ohkay Owingeh9.1 mi S
- Chili10.1 mi SW
- El Duende10.5 mi SW
- Ojo Caliente10.5 mi N
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Canova
What county is Canova in?
Canova is in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico.
What is the population of Canova, NM?
102 people lived in Canova at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Canova, NM?
The ZIP code of Canova is 87582.
What is the elevation of Canova?
5,774 feet (1,760 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Canova?
Lyden (1.7 mi), Velarde (1.8 mi), Los Luceros (4.6 mi), Dixon (5.5 mi), La Villita (5.9 mi).
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