Benasau facts for kids
Benasau (pronounced ben-ah-ZOW) is a small and charming municipality in Spain. It's located in the beautiful Valencian Community, which is an autonomous region on the eastern coast of Spain. Benasau is part of a smaller area called Comtat.
Quick facts for kids
Benasau
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 Benasau
Location in Valencian Community
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Alicante | |
| Comarca | Comtat | |
| Judicial district | Alcoi | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 9.04 km2 (3.49 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 701 m (2,300 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 156 | |
| • Density | 17.26/km2 (44.69/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Benasauer, Benasauera | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
03814
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| Official language(s) | Valencian | |
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Where is Benasau?
Benasau is located in the Province of Alicante. This province is part of the larger Valencian Community. The town sits in a region known as Comtat. It is also part of the Alcoi judicial district.
Benasau is found at specific geographical coordinates: 38 degrees, 41 minutes, 23 seconds North, and 0 degrees, 20 minutes, 36 seconds West. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
Facts and Figures About Benasau
Benasau is a small municipality. In 2018, its total population was about 156 people. This means it's a very quiet and peaceful place to live.
The area of Benasau is around 9.04 square kilometers. This is a relatively small area, fitting for its population size. The town is located at an elevation of 701 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, possibly offering nice views of the surrounding landscape.
Language and Culture
The official language spoken in Benasau is Valencian. This language is a variety of Catalan and is widely spoken in the Valencian Community. People from Benasau are called "Benasauer" (for males) or "Benasauera" (for females).
How Benasau is Governed
Like other municipalities, Benasau has a local government. The head of the local government is called the Alcalde, which is similar to a mayor. As of 2007, the Alcalde of Benasau was Nieves Mas Gadea. She was a member of the PSOE, which is a political party in Spain. The local government helps manage the town's services and daily life for its residents.
See also
In Spanish: Benasau para niños
