Celada de Roblecedo facts for kids

Celada de Roblecedo is a small town located in the province of Palencia, in northern Spain. It's part of the Castile and León region.

This charming town sits in the southern part of the Sierra de Híjar mountains. It is about 15 kilometers (9 miles) away from Cervera de Pisuerga, which is the main town of the area. Celada de Roblecedo is found in the beautiful Palencia Mountain region.

Population of Celada de Roblecedo

How Many People Live Here?

According to official numbers from January 1, 2012, the town of Celada de Roblecedo had a population of 19 people. This shows it is a very small and quiet place.

History of Celada de Roblecedo

Life Before Modern Times

A long time ago, before the big changes in how countries were governed (known as the Ancien Régime), Celada de Roblecedo was a bit bigger. It had 78 houses and was home to 198 people.

Becoming Part of a Bigger Area

Between 1981 and earlier population counts, Celada de Roblecedo changed its official status. It stopped being its own separate municipality. Instead, it joined with other nearby villages like Estalaya, San Felices de Castillería, and Verdeña. All these villages became part of the larger municipality of Cervera de Pisuerga.

Economy and Jobs in Celada de Roblecedo

Past and Present Work

Historically, the people of Celada de Roblecedo mostly worked in farming. In the 20th century, some new businesses started thanks to Vitor, who was the mayor at that time.

Today, Celada de Roblecedo is becoming a popular place for people to live during the summer. Like other areas in the region, raising animals (livestock) and forestry (working with forests) were once the main ways people earned a living.

Current Local Businesses

There are still important farms in Celada de Roblecedo that raise sheep and cattle. Some of these farms sell meat directly to customers.

Another growing business in the town is beekeeping. This involves raising bees to produce honey and other products made from bees. The current mayor is actively supporting and promoting this beekeeping sector.

Nearby Villages

Connecting Communities

Celada de Roblecedo is connected to several smaller villages in the area. These villages maintain contact with Celada through local roads.

• San Felices de Castilleria
• Verdeña
• Estalaya
• Herreruela

See also

In Spanish: Celada de Roblecedo para niños