El Casar facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
El Casar
|
||
|---|---|---|
.jpg) |
||
|
||
| Country | Spain | |
| Region | Castile-La Mancha | |
| Province | Guadalajara | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 51.84 km2 (20.02 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 833 m (2,733 ft) | |
| Population
(2018)
|
||
| • Total | 11,812 | |
| • Density | 227.855/km2 (590.14/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
El Casar is a town located in the province of Guadalajara, in the Castile-La Mancha region of Spain. It's a municipality, which is like a local government area.
The town is found near the border with the Community of Madrid. It sits at 833 metres (about 2,733 feet) above sea level. The total area of El Casar is 51.84 square kilometres (about 20 square miles).
What is El Casar Like?
El Casar is a growing town. In 2018, about 11,812 people lived there. It's one of the places in its province that has seen a big increase in population.
How the Town Grew
From 1981 to 2011, the number of people living in El Casar grew almost ten times! This happened because many new homes were built. These homes were often spread out, and at first, many were used as second homes or holiday houses.
Where is El Casar Located?
El Casar is in a central part of Spain. It's on the route of the N-320 road, which helps connect it to other towns and cities. Its location near Madrid makes it a convenient place for many people.
See also
In Spanish: El Casar para niños
