Hedenäset facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hedenäset
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November 2011 Sunrise in Hedenäset
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 Hedenäset
Location in Norrbotten
Hedenäset
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Norrbotten |
| County | Norrbotten County |
| Municipality | Övertorneå Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.98 km2 (0.76 sq mi) |
| Population
(31 December 2010)
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| • Total | 270 |
| • Density | 136/km2 (350/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Hedenäset is a small community, often called a "locality," located in the beautiful country of Sweden. It's found in the northern part of Sweden, in a region known as Norrbotten County. In 2010, about 270 people called Hedenäset home. This place also has names in other languages, like Koijukylä in Meänkieli and Koivukylä in Finnish.
Exploring Hedenäset's Location
Hedenäset is situated in the Övertorneå Municipality, which is a local government area in Norrbotten County. Think of a municipality like a local district or town area. Norrbotten County is the northernmost county in Sweden, known for its stunning natural landscapes and long, bright summer days.
What is a Locality?
In Sweden, a "locality" is a special term for an urban area or a populated place. It's basically a town or village where people live close together. Hedenäset is one of these charming localities, even though it's quite small in terms of how many people live there.
Hedenäset's Size and Population
Hedenäset covers an area of about 1.98 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 200 football fields! In 2010, its population was 270 people. This means that, on average, about 136 people lived in each square kilometer. This makes Hedenäset a peaceful and less crowded place compared to bigger cities.
