Benicolet facts for kids
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Benicolet
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 Benicolet
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Valencia | |
| Judicial district | Ontinyent | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 11.3 km2 (4.4 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 241 m (791 ft) | |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 582 | |
| • Density | 51.50/km2 (133.4/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Benicoletà, benicoletana | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
46838
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| Official language(s) | Valencian | |
Benicolet (pronounced ben-ee-koh-LET) is a small town in Spain. It is known as a municipality. This means it is a local area with its own government. Benicolet is located in the Valencian Community, which is a special region in eastern Spain.
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Discover Benicolet: A Spanish Town
Benicolet is a charming place. It is part of the Vall d'Albaida area. This area is known as a comarca in the Valencian Community.
Where is Benicolet Located?
Benicolet is found in the Province of Valencia. This province is part of the larger Valencian Community. The town sits at an elevation of 241 meters (about 790 feet) above sea level. Its exact location is 38°55′10″N 0°20′46″W.
How Big is Benicolet?
The total area of Benicolet is about 11.3 square kilometers. This is roughly 4.36 square miles. It is a smaller town, covering a modest amount of land.
Who Lives in Benicolet?
In 2018, the population of Benicolet was 582 people. People from Benicolet are called Benicoletà (for males) or benicoletana (for females). The official language spoken here is Valencian. This is a language similar to Catalan.
Who Leads Benicolet?
Every municipality in Spain has a leader. This leader is called an Alcalde, which means Mayor. The Mayor of Benicolet is Antonio Pastor Pérez. The Mayor helps manage the town and its services.
What Time Zone is Benicolet In?
Benicolet follows Central European Time (CET). This is UTC+1. During summer, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST). This is UTC+2. The postal code for Benicolet is 46838.
See Also
In Spanish: Benicolet para niños
