El Grullo Municipality, Administrative municipality in El Grullo, Jalisco, Mexico.
El Grullo Municipality is an administrative division in central-western Jalisco, Mexico, encompassing settlements and rural areas within its boundaries. The region combines developed zones near the town center with extensive agricultural land and dispersed communities throughout its territory.
The area takes its name from the historic Hacienda del Zacate Grullo, which once anchored the local economy. This ranching heritage established patterns of settlement and land use that define the municipality today.
The name El Grullo comes from a local term describing a horse coat color, reflecting the ranching heritage that shaped the area. This connection to livestock and rural traditions remains visible in how the land is used today.
The main administrative offices are located in the town center, where visitors can access public services like document registration and municipal permits. These services are straightforward to find, as most offices operate from a compact central area.
Foreign investments and remittances from expatriates contribute significantly to the municipality's economy, with US$20.1 million in remittances recorded in 2024.
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