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La Garrovilla
Municipality
Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Church
Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Church
Flag of La Garrovilla
Flag
Coat of arms of La Garrovilla
Coat of arms
La Garrovilla is located in Extremadura
La Garrovilla
La Garrovilla
Location in Extremadura
Country  Spain
Autonomous Community  Extremadura
Province Badajoz
Comarca Tierra de Mérida – Vegas Bajas
Area
 • Total 33.5 km2 (12.9 sq mi)
Elevation 215 m (705 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 2,401
 • Density 71.67/km2 (185.63/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST (GMT +2))
Postal code
06870
Area code(s) +34 (Spain) + 924 (Badajoz)
Website www.dip-badajoz.es

La Garrovilla is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the province of Badajoz. This province is part of Extremadura, a region in Spain. In 2010, about 2,490 people lived in La Garrovilla.

Where is La Garrovilla?

La Garrovilla is found in the western part of Spain. It is part of the Extremadura region, which is known for its beautiful natural areas. The town is located in the province of Badajoz, one of the two provinces in Extremadura.

Geography and Surroundings

The town sits at an elevation of 215 meters (about 705 feet) above sea level. This means it's not too high up, but also not right at sea level. La Garrovilla covers an area of about 33.5 square kilometers (around 13 square miles). It's part of a larger area called Tierra de Mérida – Vegas Bajas.

People and Government

Like all towns, La Garrovilla has people who live there and a local government that helps run things.

Population Details

In 2018, the town had a population of 2,401 people. This number can change over time as people move in and out. The population density tells us how many people live in each square kilometer.

Local Leadership

The town is led by a mayor. As of the information provided, the mayor is Isabel Calle Jiménez. She belongs to a political group called the PP. The mayor and the local council work together to make decisions for the community.

See also

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