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Alfara de Carles
Municipality
View of Alfara de Carles with the Serra de l'Espina in the background
View of Alfara de Carles with the Serra de l'Espina in the background
Flag of Alfara de Carles
Flag
Coat of arms of Alfara de Carles
Coat of arms
Alfara de Carles is located in Catalonia
Alfara de Carles
Alfara de Carles
Location in Catalonia
Country  Spain
Community  Catalonia
Province Tarragona
Comarca Baix Ebre
Area
 • Total 63.9 km2 (24.7 sq mi)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 368
 • Density 5.759/km2 (14.92/sq mi)

Alfara de Carles is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the Baix Ebre area of Catalonia, Spain. It's part of the Tarragona province. This charming place is known for its beautiful natural surroundings, including the Serra de l'Espina mountain range.

About Alfara de Carles

Alfara de Carles is a municipality in Spain. A municipality is like a local government area, similar to a town or city, that has its own local council. It's a place where people live and work, with its own rules and services.

Where is Alfara de Carles?

Alfara de Carles is located in the northeastern part of Spain, in a region called Catalonia. Catalonia is one of Spain's 17 "autonomous communities," which means it has its own government and culture. Within Catalonia, Alfara de Carles is found in the province of Tarragona. Think of a province as a larger region within a community, like a county in some other countries.

The town is also part of a smaller area called a comarca, specifically the Baix Ebre. A comarca is a traditional region in Catalonia, often based on geography or history.

How Many People Live Here?

As of 2018, about 368 people lived in Alfara de Carles. This makes it a very small and quiet community. The people who live there are called its residents or citizens.

What is the Government Like?

Like all municipalities, Alfara de Carles has a local government. This government is led by a Mayor. The Mayor helps make decisions for the town and works to improve the lives of its residents. As of 2019, the Mayor was Jordi Forné Ribé.

What is the Area Like?

The total area of Alfara de Carles is about 63.9 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of 6,390 football fields! It's a mix of natural landscapes, including mountains and possibly some farming areas, typical of the region.

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