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Gérgal, Spain
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Coat of arms of Gérgal, Spain
Coat of arms
Country Spain
Community Andalusia
Municipality Almería
Area
 • Total 228 km2 (88 sq mi)
Elevation
758 m (2,487 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 1,031
 • Density 4.522/km2 (11.712/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Gérgal is a small town in Spain. It is located in the province of Almería. This province is part of Andalusia, a large region in southern Spain.

Gérgal is known as a municipality. This means it is a local area with its own government. The town sits at the bottom of the Sierra de Los Filabres mountains.

About Gérgal

Gérgal is a charming Spanish town. It is found in the sunny region of Andalusia. The town is nestled at the base of the Sierra de Los Filabres. These mountains are part of a beautiful natural landscape.

Location and Geography

Gérgal is located in the southeastern part of Spain. It is in the province of Almería. The town's position at the foot of the Sierra de Los Filabres gives it a unique setting. This area is known for its dry climate and beautiful scenery.

Gérgal is about 758 meters (2,487 feet) above sea level. This elevation means it has cooler temperatures than coastal areas. The total area of the municipality is about 228 square kilometers. This makes it a fairly large area in terms of land.

Who Leads Gérgal?

Like any town, Gérgal has a leader. The person in charge is called the Mayor. The Mayor helps make decisions for the town. They work to improve life for everyone living there.

The current Mayor of Gérgal is Leonor María Membrive Gómez. She belongs to a political group called the PSOE. The Mayor and the town council work together. They manage local services and projects.

Population of Gérgal

Gérgal is a small community. In 2018, about 1,031 people lived there. The population has changed a little over the years.

Population Trends

The number of people living in Gérgal has stayed quite steady. Here is a look at the population over some years:

Historical population
Year Pop. ±%
1999 1,067 —    
2000 1,059 −0.7%
2001 1,050 −0.8%
2002 1,029 −2.0%
2003 1,062 +3.2%
2004 1,068 +0.6%
2005 1,057 −1.0%

As you can see, the population usually stays around 1,000 people. This makes Gérgal a close-knit community.

See also

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