El Poal facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
El Poal
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Cal Castell, in El Poal
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous Community | Catalonia | |
| Province | Lleida | |
| Comarca | Pla d'Urgell | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 8.9 km2 (3.4 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 215 m (705 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 626 | |
| • Density | 70.3/km2 (182.2/sq mi) | |
El Poal is a charming village in Catalonia, Spain. It is located in an area known as Pla d'Urgell. This small community is a great example of life in the Spanish countryside.
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Where is El Poal?
El Poal is found in the heart of the Pla d'Urgell region. It's about five miles south of Mollerussa, which is the main town of the area. The village is right next to the Urgell Canal, which helps water the farms.
El Poal's Neighbors
El Poal shares its borders with several other towns. To the north, you'll find Linyola. To the south is Palau d’Anglesola. On the east side, it borders Vila-sana, and to the west, it's next to Bellvís.
Quick Facts About El Poal
- Altitude: El Poal is 215 meters (about 705 feet) above sea level.
- Size: The village covers an area of 8.9 square kilometers (about 3.4 square miles).
- Population: In 2018, about 626 people lived in El Poal.
What Does El Poal Do?
The land around El Poal is very fertile, meaning it's great for farming. Farmers grow crops like fodder (food for animals), maize (corn), cereals, and different kinds of fruit trees. Besides farming, many people in El Poal also raise animals. A smaller number of people work in factories or provide services in the village.
El Poal's Population Over Time
The number of people living in El Poal has changed over the years. For example, in 1930, there were 659 residents. The population grew to 815 people by 1970, but then it slowly decreased to 626 by 2018.
Fun Festivals and Events
El Poal loves to celebrate! The village has several special events throughout the year. These are great times for everyone to get together and have fun.
- Annual Town Celebration and Sona El Poal Festival: This big celebration happens every year on August 24th. The Sona El Poal Festival is part of it, featuring electronic music nights and cool video shows around the town.
- Carnival: In 2006, Carnival was celebrated on February 24th and 25th. The young people of the village organized a big fire. There was also a dinner for everyone and traditional dances.
- Annual Celebration of El Roser: This special event takes place on the second weekend of May each year.
- Annual Celebration of Joan Baptista: You can enjoy this celebration on the third weekend of August.
- National Day of Catalonia: On September 11th, El Poal celebrates the National Day of Catalonia. This usually includes a popular sardine dinner and a fun party with traditional "habaneras" music by the swimming pool.
See also
In Spanish: Poal para niños
