Casetas facts for kids
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Casetas
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| Country | Spain |
| Autonomous community | Aragon |
| Province | Zaragoza |
| Municipality | Zaragoza |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.15 km2 (1.22 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 215 m (705 ft) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 7,605 |
| • Density | 2,414.28/km2 (6,253.0/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| ZIP code |
50180
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| Website | [1] |
Casetas is a neighborhood, also called a borough, located about 15 kilometers (9 miles) west of the city of Zaragoza in Spain. It is a part of the larger Zaragoza municipality.
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About Casetas
Casetas is a community located 14 kilometers (9 miles) from Zaragoza. Zaragoza is its main administrative city. On July 1, 1879, the town of Las Casetas decided to become a neighborhood of Zaragoza. Today, Casetas is the most populated of the 14 rural neighborhoods in the city.
Casetas is in the northwest part of the Zaragoza municipality. It sits at an elevation of 215 meters (705 feet) above sea level. Casetas shares its borders with several other towns. To the north is Sobradiel, and to the south is Garrapinillos. Utebo is to the east. To the west, it borders Pinseque, Alagón, and La Joyosa. The total area of Casetas is 3.15 square kilometers (1.22 square miles). The current mayor of Casetas is Mr. José Luis Román Escuer.
Population of Casetas
In 2010, Casetas had a population of 7,605 people. The number of people living in Casetas grew a lot in the 20th century. This growth happened because a railway train was built, making it easier to travel. Also, an Opel car factory was built nearby in the 1980s. This created many jobs. In the 21st century, Casetas's population continued to grow. This was partly due to people moving there from other countries.
Population Changes in the 1700s and 1800s
Here's how the population of Casetas changed over time in the 18th and 19th centuries:
| 1773 | 1796 | 1802 | 1816 | 1820 | 1823 | 1827 | 1843 | 1857 | 1860 | 1877 | 1887 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68 | 78 | 99 | 81 | 123 | 130 | 150 | 110 | 268 | 309 | 361 | 721 |
Population Changes in the 1900s and 2000s
Here's how the population of Casetas changed in the 20th and 21st centuries:
| 1900 | 1910 | 1920 | 1930 | 1940 | 1950 | 1960 | 1970 | 1981 | 1991 | 2001 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
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| 1,438 | 1,297 | 1,623 | 2,383 | 3,237 | 3,584 | 3,834 | 4,597 | 5,646 | 6,436 | 6,212 | 6,222 | 6,736 | 6,298 | 7,112 | 7,412 | 7,575 | 7,605 |
People from Other Countries
Many people from different countries have moved to Casetas. Here are some of the countries they came from:
| Romania | Poland | Ecuador | Morocco | Portugal | Bulgaria |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 588 | 236 | 188 | 159 | 130 | 114 |
Life and Culture
Casetas has many places for learning and fun. There are three schools for younger students. It also has a high school for older students. For senior citizens, there is a day center. Young people can visit a youth club. There is also a "ludoteca," which is a place with games and toys. Casetas has swimming pools and a sports complex for activities.
Casetas is known for its music. Many music bands have started there over the years. Some of these bands include Pedro Botero, Se abre la veda, Zirrosis Kronica, and La Cap Deleite.
Celebrations and Festivals
Casetas celebrates a few special days each year:
- La Virgen de la Rosa: This festival is held on the first Sunday of May.
- San Miguel: This celebration takes place on September 29.
