Castranova facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Castranova
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 Castranova
Location in Romania
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| Country |  Romania |
| County | Dolj County |
| Population
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3,615 |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EET) |
| • Summer (DST) | EEST |
Castranova is a commune located in Dolj County, Romania. A commune is like a small local area or a group of villages that are governed together. It's a way Romania organizes its smaller communities.
What is a Commune?
In Romania, a commune is the smallest type of administrative division. Think of it like a small town or a rural district. It usually includes a main village and several smaller villages around it.
Communes have their own local government. This government helps manage things like local roads, schools, and public services for the people living there. The head of a commune is called a mayor, who is elected by the people.
Dolj County: Castranova's Home
Castranova is part of Dolj County. A county is a larger administrative area in Romania, similar to a state or a province in other countries. Romania has 41 counties, plus the city of Bucharest.
Dolj County is located in the southwestern part of Romania. Its capital city is Craiova, which is a much larger city than Castranova. Counties help organize bigger services and connect different communes.
Romania: The Country
Castranova is in the country of Romania. Romania is located in Southeastern Europe. It's known for its beautiful mountains, the Black Sea coast, and its rich history.
The country is a member of the European Union. This means it works with many other European countries. Romania's official language is Romanian.
