São João dos Patos

São João dos Patos is an administrative municipality in eastern Maranhão located in the northeastern region of Brazil. The town functions as a local government center providing services and public administration for its residents.

The municipality was established as a structured administrative division within the broader regional system of northeastern Brazil. Over time it developed its own local government and institutional frameworks to serve the community.

The town participates in regional celebrations and supports local artists through cultural funding programs. These initiatives help keep traditions alive and strengthen community bonds throughout the year.

Residents and visitors can access information about local government services and administrative procedures through digital platforms. It helps to inquire ahead about available services and the location of main administrative offices.

The name translates to Saint John of the Ducks, reflecting a historical connection to local wildlife and the environment. This distinctive naming reveals something about the settlement's past and the region's particular character.

Location: Maranhão

Elevation above the sea: 352 m

Shares border with: Paraibano, Barão de Grajaú, Guadalupe, Lagoa do Mato, Nova Iorque, Passagem Franca, Sucupira do Riachão

Website: http://saojoaodospatos.ma.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -6.49500,-43.70194

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:27