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Campazas
Casa consistorial de Campazas y consultorio local.jpg
Flag of Campazas
Flag
Coat of arms of Campazas
Coat of arms
Campazas is located in Spain
Campazas
Campazas
Location in Spain
Country Spain
Autonomous community Castile and León
Province León
Municipality Campazas
Area
 • Total 20.88 km2 (8.06 sq mi)
Elevation
770 m (2,530 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 123
 • Density 5.891/km2 (15.26/sq mi)
Demonym(s) campacense
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal Code
24221
Telephone prefix 987
Climate Cfb

Campazas is a small and charming municipality located in the province of León, Castile and León, Spain. It's a quiet place where around 123 people live, according to the 2018 census. This makes it a very peaceful community.

Discover Campazas: Location and Size

Campazas is nestled in the beautiful region of Castile and León. It's part of the León province, which is known for its history and natural beauty. The municipality covers an area of about 20.88 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 2,088 football fields!

Where is Campazas located?

Campazas is found in the northwestern part of Spain. It sits at an elevation of 770 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, offering nice views of the surrounding landscape.

How many people live here?

As of 2018, the population of Campazas was 123 people. This number comes from the official census by the INE. A place with so few people is often called a small town or village. The people who live in Campazas are called campacenses.

Understanding Local Government in Campazas

Every town and city has a leader to help it run smoothly. In Campazas, this leader is called the Mayor. The Mayor works to make decisions for the community.

Who is the Mayor of Campazas?

The current Mayor of Campazas is Vitalino Macario Cartujo Serrano. He belongs to a political group called the PSOE. The Mayor's job is to represent the people of Campazas. He also helps manage local services. These services include things like roads, public spaces, and community events.

Climate and Environment of Campazas

Campazas experiences a type of weather known as an oceanic climate. This means it usually has mild temperatures. It also tends to have rainfall throughout the year.

What is an Oceanic Climate (Cfb)?

The climate in Campazas is classified as "Cfb" under the Köppen climate system. This type of climate is common in areas near oceans. It means summers are not too hot, and winters are not too cold. There's also enough rain to keep the land green. This kind of weather is good for farming and enjoying nature.

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