La Coma i la Pedra facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Coma i la Pedra
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Municipality
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The two villages
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Province | Lleida | ||
Comarca | Solsonès | ||
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• Total | 60.6 km2 (23.4 sq mi) | ||
Elevation | 1,004 m (3,294 ft) | ||
Population
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• Total | 265 | ||
• Density | 4.373/km2 (11.326/sq mi) | ||
Demonym(s) | Comardí, comardina |
La Coma i la Pedra is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in Catalonia, Spain. It is part of a region called the Solsonès. This area is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. The town is nestled in the Lord valley, which is in the northern part of the Solsonès region.
The Cardener river starts its journey within the municipality's territory. The local economy has traditionally focused on raising animals, like cows and sheep. This is called livestock farming. However, the area also has a modern side. There is a popular ski resort called Port del Comte in the Pyrenees mountains. This resort attracts visitors who love winter sports. Also, a power station at Gafa helps provide electricity. Local roads connect the municipality with nearby towns like Sant Llorenç de Morunys and Josa i Tuixén.
Villages and Communities
The municipality of La Coma i la Pedra is made up of three smaller villages. These villages are where the people of the municipality live. Here are the villages and their populations as of 2005:
- La Coma (137 people)
- La Pedra (64 people), located at the base of the Pratformiu mountain range
- El Port del Comte (69 people)
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in La Coma i la Pedra has changed over many years. This is called demography. Here is a look at how the population has grown or shrunk:
1900 | 1930 | 1950 | 1970 | 1986 | 2007 |
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487 | 482 | 437 | 427 | 254 | 252 |
As you can see, the population was higher in the early 1900s. It has slowly decreased over time. In 1900, there were 487 people. By 2007, the population was 252. This shows how communities can change over many decades.