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Kochan
Village
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Country  Bulgaria
Province
(Oblast)
Blagoevgrad
Municipality
(Obshtina)
Satovcha
Area
 • Total 32.783 km2 (12.658 sq mi)
Elevation
961 m (3,153 ft)
Population
 (2010-12-15)
 • Total 2,988
Time zone UTC+2 (EET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+3 (EEST)

Kochan is a small village located in the southwestern part of Bulgaria. It's known for its long and interesting history, which goes back thousands of years. The village also has a rich culture and is surrounded by beautiful nature. Most of the people living in Kochan are Muslim.

Discovering Kochan's Location

Kochan is found in the Blagoevgrad Province of Bulgaria. It is part of the Satovcha municipality. The village sits high up, about 961 meters (3,153 feet) above sea level.

How Big is Kochan?

The total area of Kochan is about 32.783 square kilometers. This makes it a small but lovely place to live or visit.

Kochan's Population

As of December 15, 2010, about 2,988 people lived in Kochan. The people of Kochan have a strong sense of community.

A Look at Kochan's History

Kochan has a very old past. Its history goes all the way back to the 8th century BC. This means people have lived in this area for a very long time. They have built a unique culture over many centuries.

Who Leads Kochan?

The village of Kochan has a leader called a mayor. The mayor helps to manage the village and make decisions for its people.

Meet the Mayor

The mayor of Kochan is Yuri Mollov. He is a member of the political party called CEDB. The mayor works to improve life in Kochan for everyone.

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See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Kochan para niños

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