La Garrovilla facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Garrovilla
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Municipality
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Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Church
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 La Garrovilla
Location in Extremadura
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous Community |  Extremadura |
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| Province | Badajoz | ||
| Comarca | Tierra de Mérida – Vegas Bajas | ||
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| • Total | 33.5 km2 (12.9 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation
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215 m (705 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • 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
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| 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.
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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
In Spanish: La Garrovilla para niños
