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Corte de Peleas

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Corte de Peleas

Location in Extremadura

Comarca

Tierra de Barros

Area

• Total

42.3 km² (16.3 sq mi)

Elevation

280 m (920 ft)

Population

(2018)

• Total

1,238

Time zone

UTC+1 (CET)

• Summer (DST)

UTC+2 (CEST)

Website

Ayuntamiento de Corte de Peleas

Corte de Peleas is a small town in Spain. It is located in the province of Badajoz, which is part of the Extremadura region. This town is a type of local government area called a municipality.

What is Corte de Peleas?
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What is Corte de Peleas?

Corte de Peleas is a charming municipality in western Spain. It covers an area of about 42.3 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of 4,230 football fields. The town is known for its quiet, traditional Spanish life.

Where is Corte de Peleas Located?

Corte de Peleas is found in the Extremadura region of Spain. This region is in the southwest part of the country. The town is specifically within the province of Badajoz. It is also part of a larger area called Tierra de Barros. This area is famous for its rich soil.

The town sits at an elevation of 280 meters above sea level. This means it is a bit higher than many flat areas. Its exact location is 38 degrees North and 6 degrees West.

Who Lives in Corte de Peleas?

As of 2018, about 1,238 people lived in Corte de Peleas. This makes it a small community. The population count can change over time. In 2007, for example, there were 1,257 residents.

Who Leads Corte de Peleas?

Like all municipalities, Corte de Peleas has a local government. The leader of the town is called the Alcalde. This is similar to a mayor in other countries. The current Alcalde of Corte de Peleas is Ramón Pulido Corbacho. He helps manage the town's services and future plans.