Gårdby facts for kids
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Gårdby
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 Gårdby
Location in Kalmar
Gårdby
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Öland |
| County | Kalmar County |
| Municipality | Mörbylånga Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.61 km2 (0.24 sq mi) |
| Population
(31 December 2010)
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| • Total | 257 |
| • Density | 419/km2 (1,090/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Gårdby is a small place in Sweden. It is called a "locality" because it's a defined area where people live. In 2010, about 257 people lived there.
Where is Gårdby?
Gårdby is located in the southern part of Sweden. It is part of Kalmar County, which is a larger region. Gårdby is also found within Mörbylånga Municipality. A municipality is like a local government area.
Gårdby on Öland Island
Gårdby is special because it is located on Öland. Öland is a long, narrow island right off the southeastern coast of Sweden. It is a popular place for tourists, especially in the summer.
What is a Locality?
In Sweden, a "locality" is a place where many houses are built close together. It means it's a town or village. Gårdby is one of these smaller towns. It has a specific area, which is about 0.61 square kilometers.
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