Cerezal de Peñahorcada facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cerezal de Peñahorcada
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Location in Salamanca
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 Cerezal de Peñahorcada
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León | |
| Province | Salamanca | |
| Comarca | Vitigudino | |
| Subcomarca | La Ramajería | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 18 km2 (7 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 702 m (2,303 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 76 | |
| • Density | 4.22/km2 (10.9/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
37254
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Cerezal de Peñahorcada is a small village and municipality located in western Spain. It is part of the Salamanca province in the Castile and León region. This charming place is about 93 kilometers (about 58 miles) away from Salamanca, the capital city of the province.
Cerezal de Peñahorcada is a very small community. It has a population of around 80 people. The municipality covers an area of about 18 square kilometers (about 7 square miles). It sits 702 meters (about 2,303 feet) above sea level. The postal code for Cerezal de Peñahorcada is 37254.
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Location in Spain
Cerezal de Peñahorcada is found in the western part of Spain. It is located within the Castile and León region. This region is one of Spain's 17 autonomous communities. Think of it like a large state or province within a country.
Province of Salamanca
The village is specifically in the Salamanca province. This province is known for its beautiful landscapes and historic cities. Cerezal de Peñahorcada is one of many small towns and villages in this area.
Local Areas
Within the Salamanca province, Cerezal de Peñahorcada is part of a larger area called the Vitigudino comarca. A "comarca" is like a traditional district. It also belongs to a smaller sub-area called La Ramajería. These names help people understand the specific location of the village.
People and Government
Cerezal de Peñahorcada is a very small community. Its population was 76 people in 2018. This means everyone likely knows each other.
Local Leadership
The leader of the municipality is called the Mayor. The current mayor of Cerezal de Peñahorcada is Jesús Javier Calvo Rodríguez. He is a member of the People's Party. This is one of the main political groups in Spain. The mayor helps make decisions for the village.
Quick Facts
Here are some quick facts about Cerezal de Peñahorcada:
- Area: The municipality covers 18 square kilometers (about 7 square miles).
- Elevation: It is 702 meters (about 2,303 feet) above sea level.
- Time Zone: The village uses CET (+1 UTC). During summer, it switches to CEST (+2 UTC).
- Postal Code: The postal code is 37254.
See also
In Spanish: Cerezal de Peñahorcada para niños
