[2] The elevation is 400 m. The city is known for being the birthplace of former president of Brazil, Jair Bolsonaro.

The city was originally founded in 1906 as the village of Povoado de Castilho.

The name of the village originated from the presence of the Castilho family who set up the first ranches in the area.

[4] The company is currently an operator of cell phones, fixed lines, internet (fiber optics/4G) and television (satellite and cable).

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