Hackås facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hackås
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Hackås Church
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 Hackås
Location in Jämtland
Hackås
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Jämtland |
| County | Jämtland County |
| Municipality | Berg Municipality |
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| • Total | 0.92 km2 (0.36 sq mi) |
| Population
(31 December 2010)
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| • Total | 480 |
| • Density | 522/km2 (1,350/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Hackås is a small place, also called a locality, located in Berg Municipality in Jämtland County, Sweden. In 2010, about 480 people lived there. It's a quiet community in a beautiful part of Sweden.
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What is Hackås?
Hackås is known as a locality, which is a term used in Sweden for a built-up area. It's not a huge city, but rather a smaller town or village. These places are important because they are home to many people and often have their own unique history and community spirit.
Where is Hackås?
Hackås is found in the central part of Sweden. It's part of Jämtland County, which is known for its stunning natural beauty. This area has lots of forests, lakes, and mountains. Being in Berg Municipality means it's part of a larger local government area.
Life in Hackås
With around 480 residents, Hackås is a close-knit community. People living here often know each other well. Life in a smaller locality like Hackås can be peaceful. It offers a chance to enjoy nature and a slower pace of life compared to big cities.
Hackås and its History
Long ago, Hackås was part of something called a Hackås Court District. This was an old way of dividing up land in Sweden, especially in areas like Norrland. Instead of "hundreds" (another old land division), these court districts, or tingslag, were used. They were important for local justice and administration.
Old Divisions of Land
A tingslag was like a special area where a local court would meet. It helped manage legal matters and keep order in the countryside. This system was used before Sweden's modern municipalities were created. It shows how communities like Hackås have a long history.
Sports and Community
Hackås has its own local sports club, called Hackås IF. Sports clubs are a big part of community life in Sweden. They give people of all ages a chance to play sports, stay active, and meet friends. Hackås IF helps bring the community together through shared activities and friendly competition.
