Cobeta facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cobeta, Spain
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 Cobeta
Location in Province of Guadalajara
Cobeta
Location in Castilla-La Mancha
Cobeta
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community | Castile-La Mancha | ||
| Province | Guadalajara | ||
| Municipality | Cobeta | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 43 km2 (17 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 115 | ||
| • Density | 2.67/km2 (6.93/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
Cobeta is a small town in Spain. It is located in the province of Guadalajara. This area is part of the region called Castile-La Mancha. In 2018, about 115 people lived in Cobeta.
A Look Back in Time
Cobeta's story began a long time ago. It was settled by Christians. This happened during a time when new areas were being populated. From its very start, Cobeta was part of the lands owned by the Lara family.
Early Ownership
In the year 1153, a man named Don Manrique and his wife Doña Ermesenda made an important decision. They gave Cobeta to the cathedral chapter of Sigüenza. A cathedral chapter is a group of clergy who manage a cathedral. This donation meant that the church gained control of the town.
Population and Life in Cobeta
Cobeta is a quiet place. The number of people living there has changed over time. In 2004, a count of the population, called a census, showed 108 people lived in the town. By 2018, the population had grown slightly to 115 residents.
Life in Cobeta is typical of many small Spanish towns. It offers a peaceful environment. The town is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Guadalajara province.
See also
In Spanish: Cobeta para niños
