Fornes, Granada facts for kids
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Fornes
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 Fornes
Location in Province of Granada
Fornes
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Province | .svg){kind=small} Granada |
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| Comarca | Alhama | ||
| Judicial district | Loja | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 16.29 km2 (6.29 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 856 m (2,808 ft) | ||
| Population
(2019)
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| • Total | 555 | ||
| • Density | 34.07/km2 (88.24/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | forneño, -ña | ||
| Postal code |
18127
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Fornes is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Granada in Spain. It is a charming place in the southern part of the country. In 2019, about 555 people lived there. This makes Fornes a close-knit community.
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What is Fornes?
Fornes is a municipality, which is like a local government area. It has its own local council and mayor. The town is part of the larger Province of Granada. A province is a big region, similar to a county or state. Fornes is also part of a smaller area called the Comarca de Alhama. A "comarca" is a traditional region in Spain.
Location and Geography
Fornes is found in the beautiful region of Andalusia, in southern Spain. It is located in the western part of the Granada province. The town sits at an elevation of 856 meters (about 2,808 feet) above sea level. This means it's quite high up, offering nice views. The total area of Fornes is about 16.29 square kilometers (about 6.29 square miles).
People of Fornes
As of 2019, the population of Fornes was 555 people. People from Fornes are called "forneño" (for a male) or "forneña" (for a female). Even though it's a small town, every person helps make the community special.
Local Government and Leadership
Like all municipalities, Fornes has a local government that helps run the town. The leader of the municipality is called the Mayor. As of the information given, the mayor of Fornes is Ana Belén Fernández Navas. She belongs to a political party called the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE). The mayor and the local council work together to make decisions for the town. They manage things like local services and community projects.
See also
- In Spanish: Fornes para niños
