Laroya facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Laroya, Spain
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| Country | Spain | ||
| Community | Andalusia | ||
| Municipality | Almería | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 21 km2 (8 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 860 m (2,820 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 169 | ||
| • Density | 8.05/km2 (20.8/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
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Laroya is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Almería province of Spain. It is part of Andalusia, which is one of Spain's special regions called an autonomous community.
Laroya is known for its quiet charm. It offers a glimpse into traditional Spanish life.
Where is Laroya?
Laroya is found in southern Spain. It is in the province of Almería. This area is part of the larger region of Andalusia. The town sits about 860 meters (2,820 feet) above sea level. This gives it a unique mountain setting.
Who Lives in Laroya?
The number of people living in a place is called its population. Studying how populations change is called demographics. Laroya is a very small town. In 2018, about 169 people lived there.
Here is a look at how Laroya's population has changed over the years:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1999 | 105 | — |
| 2000 | 107 | +1.9% |
| 2001 | 98 | −8.4% |
| 2002 | 100 | +2.0% |
| 2003 | 102 | +2.0% |
| 2004 | 123 | +20.6% |
| 2005 | 127 | +3.3% |
| Source: INE (Spain) | ||
As you can see, the population has stayed quite small. It has gone up and down a little bit.
Who is in Charge?
Like all towns, Laroya has a local government. This government helps run the town. The main leader of the town is called the Mayor. The current mayor of Laroya is José Antonio Ruiz Sánchez. He belongs to a political group called the PP. The mayor and the local council make decisions for the community. They help make sure the town runs smoothly.
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See also
In Spanish: Laroya para niños
