Gualba facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gualba
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 Gualba
Location in Province of Barcelona
Gualba
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community | Catalonia | |
| Province | Barcelona | |
| Comarca | Vallès Oriental | |
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| • Total | 23.3 km2 (9.0 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 177 m (581 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,481 | |
| • Density | 63.56/km2 (164.6/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Gualbenc | |
| Postal code |
08474
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Gualba (pronounced like GWAHL-bah) is a small town in Catalonia, a region in Spain. It is located in the Barcelona Province, within an area called Vallès Oriental. As of 2018, about 1,481 people live there.
About Gualba
Gualba is a type of town known as a municipality. This means it has its own local government. It is part of the larger region of Catalonia, which is one of Spain's 17 autonomous communities.
Where is Gualba Located?
Gualba is found at the base of the Montseny Massif, which is a large mountain range. It is also very close to the Santa Fe Reservoir, a big lake that stores water. This location gives Gualba beautiful natural surroundings.
How Gualba is Governed
Like many towns, Gualba has a local government that helps run things. The main leader of the town is called the mayor. As of 2015, the mayor of Gualba was Marc Uriach Cortinas. The mayor and the local council make decisions for the community.
People of Gualba
People who live in Gualba are called "Gualbencs." The town is not very large, with a population of just under 1,500 people. This makes it a close-knit community.
