Gooik facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gooik
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Gooik town hall
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 Gooik
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | Flemish Community | ||
| Region | Flemish Region | ||
| Province | Flemish Brabant | ||
| Arrondissement | Halle-Vilvoorde | ||
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| • Total | 39.70 km2 (15.33 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
1755
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| Area codes | 054, 02 | ||
| Website | www.gooik.be | ||
Gooik is a small and friendly municipality located in Belgium. It's part of a larger area called Flemish Brabant. A municipality is like a town or a small group of towns that work together. Gooik includes several smaller towns: Kester, Leerbeek, Strijland, and Oetingen. It's also known for being in a beautiful region called the Pajottenland.
About Gooik
Gooik is a charming place in the Belgian province of Flemish Brabant. It is known for its green landscapes and quiet villages. The area is popular for cycling and walking. Many people enjoy the peaceful countryside here.
Where is Gooik?
Gooik is located in the central part of Belgium. It is part of the Halle-Vilvoorde district. This district is in the province of Flemish Brabant. The region is often called the Pajottenland, famous for its rolling hills and traditional farms.
People and Area
As of January 1, 2018, Gooik had a total population of 9,236 people. This means nearly ten thousand people call Gooik home. The total area of the municipality is about 39.70 square kilometers (which is about 15.3 square miles).
The population density of Gooik is about 232 people per square kilometer. Population density tells us how many people live in a certain amount of space. This number shows that Gooik is not very crowded, with plenty of open space.
Who Leads Gooik?
Like all municipalities, Gooik has a leader called a mayor. The mayor helps manage the town and its services. The current mayor of Gooik is Simon De Boeck. He belongs to a political party called CD&V. This party has the most support in the local government.
The local government makes decisions about things like schools, roads, and public services. They work to make Gooik a good place to live for everyone.
See also
In Spanish: Gooik para niños
