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Cármenes, Spain
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Cármenes, Spain is located in Spain
Cármenes, Spain
Cármenes, Spain
Location in Spain
Country Spain
Autonomous community Castile and León
Province León
Municipality Cármenes
Area
 • Total 154.22 km2 (59.54 sq mi)
Elevation
1,167 m (3,829 ft)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 397
 • Density 2.57/km2 (6.7/sq mi)
Demonym(s) carmeniense
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal Code
24838
Telephone prefix 987

Cármenes is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of León. This province is part of the larger region called Castile and León in Spain. In 2010, about 397 people lived in Cármenes. It's a quiet place with a rich history, nestled in the beautiful Spanish countryside.

Where is Cármenes?

Cármenes is found in the northwest part of Spain. It is in the province of León, which is one of nine provinces in the region of Castile and León. Spain is a country in Europe, known for its diverse landscapes and cultures.

Geographic Location

The town of Cármenes is situated at an elevation of 1,167 meters (about 3,829 feet) above sea level. This means it is quite high up, often in a mountainous or hilly area. The total area of the municipality is about 154.22 square kilometers (about 59.54 square miles). This makes it a fairly spread-out area for its small population.

Who Lives in Cármenes?

As of 2010, the population of Cármenes was 397 people. This makes it a very small community. People who live in Cármenes are called carmenienses. The population density is about 2.57 people per square kilometer. This shows that there are not many people living in a large space.

Understanding a Municipality

A municipality is like a local government area. It includes a main town or village and the surrounding smaller villages or rural areas. Cármenes is a municipality, meaning it has its own local government that manages services for the people living there.

Local Government

Every municipality has a leader who helps run things. This leader is called the Mayor. The Mayor works with a local council to make decisions for the community.

The Mayor of Cármenes

The current Mayor of Cármenes is Gonzalo González Martínez. He is a member of the PSOE. The Mayor and the local government work to improve the lives of the people in Cármenes. They handle things like local services and community projects.

More Information

If you want to learn more about Cármenes, you can visit the official website of the Cármenes Town Hall. It is a great way to find out more about the area.

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