La Palma de Cervelló facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Palma de Cervelló
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 La Palma de Cervelló
Location in Province of Barcelona
La Palma de Cervelló
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Community |  Catalonia |
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| Province | Barcelona | ||
| Comarca | Baix Llobregat | ||
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| • Total | 5.5 km2 (2.1 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 100 m (300 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 2,982 | ||
| • Density | 542/km2 (1,404/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Palmarenc, palmarenca | ||
La Palma de Cervelló is a small town in Catalonia, Spain. It's a type of town called a municipality. This means it has its own local government. The town is located in the province of Barcelona. It is also part of a region called Baix Llobregat. La Palma de Cervelló is not far from the big city of Barcelona. It is also close to the Llobregat river.
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About La Palma de Cervelló
La Palma de Cervelló is a charming town in Spain. It is known for its peaceful atmosphere. The town is a great example of a typical Catalan community. It offers a mix of history and modern life.
Where is La Palma de Cervelló?
This town is located in the northeastern part of Spain. It is in the region of Catalonia. Catalonia is one of Spain's 17 special areas. La Palma de Cervelló is also in the province of Barcelona. This province is named after the famous city of Barcelona. The town sits near the Llobregat river. This river flows through a valley.
How Big is the Town?
La Palma de Cervelló covers an area of about 5.5 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 550 football fields! The town is located about 100 meters above sea level. This means it's not too high up.
Who Lives in La Palma de Cervelló?
In 2018, about 2,982 people lived in La Palma de Cervelló. People from this town are called "Palmarenc" (for boys and men) or "Palmarenca" (for girls and women). The town is a close-knit community.
Who is in Charge?
Like many towns, La Palma de Cervelló has a mayor. The mayor is the leader of the town's government. In 2015, the mayor was Xavier Gonzalez Alemany. The mayor helps make decisions for the town. These decisions are about things like schools and local services.
See also
In Spanish: La Palma de Cervelló para niños
