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Benferri
The access sign of Benferri
The access sign of Benferri
Flag of Benferri
Flag
Coat of arms of Benferri
Coat of arms
Benferri is located in Spain
Benferri
Benferri
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Autonomous community  Valencian Community
Province Alicante
Comarca Vega Baja del Segura
Judicial district Orihuela
Area
 • Total 12.40 km2 (4.79 sq mi)
Elevation
52 m (171 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 1,940
 • Density 156.5/km2 (405.2/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Benferrejo, -a
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
03316
Official language(s) Spanish

Benferri is a small town, also called a municipality, located in Spain. It's part of the Vega Baja del Segura region. This region is found within the Valencian Community. Benferri is about 2.5 kilometers north of the Sierra de Orihuela mountains.

About Benferri

Benferri is a town in Spain. It is officially known as a municipality. This means it is a local government area with its own leaders. The town is located in the Province of Alicante.

Where is Benferri Located?

Benferri is in the Valencian Community of Spain. This area is on the eastern coast of Spain. It is part of a larger region called Vega Baja del Segura. The town sits near the Sierra de Orihuela mountain range.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a local government area. It's a town or city with its own administration. Benferri is one of these municipalities in Spain. It has its own mayor and local council.

Who Leads Benferri?

The leader of Benferri is called the Alcalde. This is like a mayor. As of 2007, the mayor was Luis Vicente Mateo. He was part of the PSPV-PSOE political party. The mayor helps run the town and make decisions for its people.

How Many People Live There?

In 2018, about 1,940 people lived in Benferri. People from Benferri are called "Benferrejo" or "Benferreja." The town covers an area of about 12.40 square kilometers.

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