Gonnoscodina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gonnoscodina
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| Comune di Gonnoscodina | ||
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| Country | Italy | |
| Region | Sardinia | |
| Province | Oristano (OR) | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 8.9 km2 (3.4 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 112 m (367 ft) | |
| Population
(30 November 2010)
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| • Total | 515 | |
| • Density | 57.9/km2 (149.9/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Gonnoscodinesi Gonnoscodinesus |
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| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
09090
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| Dialing code | 0783 | |
Gonnoscodina is a small town, also known as Gonnos-Codina in the Sardinian language. It is located on the beautiful island of Sardinia, which is part of Italy. This town is a comune, which is like a municipality or a local government area in Italy.
Gonnoscodina is found in the Province of Oristano. It's about 60 kilometers (37 miles) northwest of Cagliari, a larger city. It's also about 30 kilometers (19 miles) southeast of Oristano, another important city in the region.
About Gonnoscodina
Gonnoscodina is a small community with a population of about 515 people, based on numbers from 2010. The town covers an area of about 8.9 square kilometers (3.4 square miles). It sits at an elevation of 112 meters (367 feet) above sea level.
What is a Comune?
In Italy, a comune is the smallest unit of local government. It's similar to a city or a town. Each comune has its own mayor and a local council. They manage things like local services, roads, and schools.
Who is the Mayor?
The mayor of Gonnoscodina is Luciano Frau. A mayor is the leader of the town's government. They work to make decisions that help the community. They also represent the town to the rest of the region and country.
Neighboring Towns
Gonnoscodina shares its borders with several other towns. These nearby communities include:
- Baressa
- Gonnostramatza
- Masullas
- Siddi
- Simala
These towns are all part of the same region in Sardinia. They often share resources and work together on local projects.
