Abanto y Ciérvana-Abanto Zierbena facts for kids
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Abanto y Ciérvana-Abanto Zierbena
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Gallarta, municipality's main ward
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 Abanto y Ciérvana-Abanto Zierbena
Location in Basque Country
Abanto y Ciérvana-Abanto Zierbena
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Basque Country |
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| Province | Biscay | ||
| Comarca | Greater Bilbao | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 18.03 km2 (6.96 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 128 m (420 ft) | ||
| Highest elevation | 540 m (1,770 ft) | ||
| Lowest elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 9,545 | ||
| • Density | 529.40/km2 (1,371.1/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | abantarra | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
48500 & 48540
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| Official language(s) | Basque and Spanish | ||
Abanto y Ciérvana-Abanto Zierbena is a town in the Basque Country region of northern Spain. It is located in the province of Biscay. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history.
Since 1995, Abanto y Ciérvana-Abanto Zierbena has been a separate municipality from its neighbor, Zierbena. Even though it's separate, its name was never shortened to just "Abanto." This is because there's already a small village called Abanto in the Aragón region of Spain.
Most people in this municipality live in a place called Gallarta. Gallarta used to be a mining town. Today, it is a busy town where many people live and travel to work in nearby Bilbao. It has good transport links, including a motorway and a train station. There is also a large area with many businesses and factories.
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Exploring Abanto Zierbena's Neighborhoods
Abanto was originally split into two main areas called concejos. These were Susoko Abanto and Yusoko Abanto. Today, these areas are divided into smaller neighborhoods or wards.
- Susoko Abanto
- Abanto (population 59)
- Campillo (population 32)
- Gallarta (main town center, population 5,107)
- Balastera (population 68)
- Florida (population 9)
- Las Calizas (population 44)
- Picón (population 21)
- Santa Juliana (population 146)
- Triano (population 52)
- Yusoko Abanto
- Cotorrio (population 154)
- Las Carreras (population 1,814)
- Las Cortes (population 7)
- El Once (population 3)
- Olabarrieta (population 55)
- Murrieta (population 51)
- Putxeta (population 269)
- San Pedro Abanto (population 46)
- Sanfuentes (population 1,675)
Leaders of Abanto Zierbena
Abanto y Ciérvana-Abanto Zierbena has had many leaders, called Alcaldes (mayors), over the years. These mayors help run the town and make decisions for its people. The current mayor is Maite Etxebarria Azpiolea.
Famous People from Abanto Zierbena
Some notable people have come from Abanto y Ciérvana-Abanto Zierbena:
- Dolores Ibárruri (1895–1989): She was a very important Spanish politician. She was a member of the Communist Party of Spain and was known for her strong speeches.
- Nélida Zaitegi (born 1946): She is a well-known teacher and expert in education.
How the Population Has Changed
The word "demographics" refers to information about a population, like how many people live in a place and how that number changes over time. Here's how the population of Abanto y Ciérvana-Abanto Zierbena has changed over many years:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1900 | 8,337 | — |
| 1910 | 9,053 | +8.6% |
| 1920 | 9,679 | +6.9% |
| 1930 | 9,870 | +2.0% |
| 1940 | 9,576 | −3.0% |
| 1950 | 9,419 | −1.6% |
| 1960 | 11,340 | +20.4% |
| 1970 | 10,121 | −10.7% |
| 1981 | 9,490 | −6.2% |
| 1991 | 9,351 | −1.5% |
| 2000 | 8,989 | −3.9% |
| 2010 | 9,724 | +8.2% |
See also
In Spanish: Abanto y Ciérvana para niños
