Arrankudiaga facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Arrankudiaga
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 Arrankudiaga
Location in Basque Country
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community | Basque Country | |
| Province | Biscay | |
| Comarca | Arratia-Nerbioi | |
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| • Total | 22.75 km2 (8.78 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 93 m (305 ft) | |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 970 | |
| • Density | 42.64/km2 (110.4/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Basque: arrankudiagarra | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
48498
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| Official language(s) | Basque Spanish |
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Arrankudiaga is a small town and a municipality in northern Spain. It is located in the Biscay province, which is part of the Basque Country. This region is known for its unique culture and language.
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Where is Arrankudiaga Located?
Arrankudiaga is found in the northern part of Spain. It's in the province of Biscay. This province is part of the Basque Country, an autonomous community. An autonomous community is like a state or region with its own government.
What is the Basque Country?
The Basque Country is a special region in Spain. It has its own language, Basque (or Euskara), and unique traditions. Both Basque and Spanish are official languages in Arrankudiaga. This means people speak both languages there.
How Big is Arrankudiaga?
Arrankudiaga covers an area of about 22.75 square kilometers. This is roughly 8.78 square miles. It is a relatively small area compared to larger cities. The town is located about 93 meters (305 feet) above sea level.
People and Population
As of 2018, about 970 people lived in Arrankudiaga. This makes it a small community. People from Arrankudiaga are called arrankudiagarra in Basque.
Who Leads Arrankudiaga?
The town of Arrankudiaga is led by a Mayor. The Mayor is like the head of the local government. In Arrankudiaga, the Mayor's name is Itziar Duandikoetxea González. She belongs to a political group called EH Bildu. The Mayor and the local council make decisions for the community.
See also
In Spanish: Arrancudiaga para niños
