Krokom facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Krokom
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 Krokom
Location in Jämtland
Krokom
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Jämtland |
| County | Jämtland County |
| Municipality | Krokom Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.63 km2 (1.02 sq mi) |
| Population
(31 December 2010)
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| • Total | 2,277 |
| • Density | 866/km2 (2,240/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Krokom is a small town, also called a locality, in Sweden. It is the main town, or "seat," of Krokom Municipality in Jämtland County. In 2010, about 2,277 people lived there. The name Krokom comes from an old word meaning "bends" of the Indalsälven river.
Where is Krokom Located?
Krokom is found about 20 kilometers (about 12 miles) northwest of Östersund. It sits along a main road called European route E14. Krokom is an important meeting point for several roads. These include E14, County Road 340, County Road 339, and County Road 615.
Krokom's Railway History
Trains started coming through Krokom in 1882. This helped the town grow. A railway bridge built in 1927 was used for many years. However, a very big flood in 1995 caused it to close. A new bridge was then built and opened in 1997. This new bridge helps trains continue to pass through Krokom.
The Municipal Building
The main building for the local government in Krokom is called the Kommunhuset. This building was constructed in the early 1970s. It was built when several smaller local areas joined together to form Krokom Municipality. This building is where important decisions for the community are made.
Gallery
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Krokom Municipal Building
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Krokom Train Station
