Cànoves i Samalús facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Cànoves i Samalús
Municipality
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Country	Spain
Community	Catalonia
Province	Barcelona
Comarca	Vallès Oriental
Area
• Total	29.2 km2 (11.3 sq mi)
Population  (2018)
• Total	2,995
• Density	102.57/km2 (265.7/sq mi)

Cànoves i Samalús is a lovely village in Catalonia, Spain. It is part of the Barcelona province. This village is located in a region called Vallès Oriental.

Cànoves i Samalús is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. It offers a peaceful place to live or visit. The village is a great example of a traditional Catalan community.

Where is Cànoves i Samalús?

Cànoves i Samalús is in the northeastern part of Spain. It is located in the autonomous community of Catalonia. The village is also part of the Province of Barcelona. This province is well-known for its vibrant capital city, Barcelona.

The village is situated in the comarca of Vallès Oriental. A comarca is like a county or district in Catalonia. The area of the municipality is about 29.2 square kilometers. This makes it a medium-sized village area.

How many people live there?

As of 2018, the population of Cànoves i Samalús was about 2,995 people. This number shows how many residents call this village home. The population count helps us understand the size of the community.

In 2014, the population was slightly smaller, with 2,863 residents. The number of people living in the village can change over time.

Who leads the town?

Like all municipalities, Cànoves i Samalús has a local government. This government helps manage the village. The main leader of the village is called the Mayor. The Mayor works to make decisions for the community.

In 2015, the Mayor of Cànoves i Samalús was Josep Cuch Codina. The Mayor and the local council work together. They help improve the lives of the people in the village.