El Perdigón facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
El Perdigón, Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
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| Province |  Zamora |
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| Municipality | El Perdigón | ||
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| • Total | 51 km2 (20 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 692 | ||
| • Density | 13.57/km2 (35.1/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
El Perdigón is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Zamora. This province is part of Castile and León, which is one of Spain's many regions.
In 2004, a count of people called a census showed that about 780 people lived in El Perdigón. By 2018, the population was around 692 people. This means it is a quiet and peaceful place to live.
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Where is El Perdigón?
El Perdigón is found in the western part of Spain. It is in the province of Zamora, which is known for its history and beautiful countryside. The region of Castile and León is one of the largest in Spain. It has many old castles and historic cities.
Understanding Municipalities
A municipality is like a local government area. It includes a main town or village and the land around it. El Perdigón is one of many municipalities in the province of Zamora. Each municipality has its own local council. This council helps manage things like local services and public spaces.
Population Facts
The number of people living in El Perdigón has changed over time. In 2004, there were 780 residents. By 2018, this number had slightly decreased to 692. This kind of change is normal for many small towns. It shows how communities grow or shrink over the years.
What is a Census?
A census is a special count of all the people living in a place. Governments do this to learn about their population. It helps them understand how many people live there, their ages, and other important details. This information helps in planning for schools, hospitals, and other services. The INE is the group in Spain that collects this data.
See also
In Spanish: El Perdigón para niños
