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Maià de Montcal
Municipality
St. Vincent's parish church
St. Vincent's parish church
Maià de Montcal is located in Province of Girona
Maià de Montcal
Maià de Montcal
Location in Province of Girona
Maià de Montcal is located in Spain
Maià de Montcal
Maià de Montcal
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Community  Catalonia
Province Flag of Girona province (unofficial).svg Girona
Comarca Garrotxa
Area
 • Total 17.3 km2 (6.7 sq mi)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 413
 • Density 23.87/km2 (61.83/sq mi)

Maià de Montcal is a small village in Spain. It is located in the Girona province of Catalonia. Catalonia is one of Spain's special self-governing regions.

Maià de Montcal is also a municipality. A municipality is like a local government area. It includes the main village and the land around it. In 2018, about 413 people lived in Maià de Montcal. The total area of the municipality is about 17.3 square kilometers.

Where is Maià de Montcal?

Maià de Montcal is found in the northeastern part of Spain. It is part of the Girona province. This province is in the autonomous community of Catalonia.

Location within Catalonia

Catalonia is a region in Spain with its own culture and language. Maià de Montcal is located within a smaller area called Garrotxa. Garrotxa is known for its beautiful natural landscapes.

People and Population

Maià de Montcal is a small community. The number of people living there can change over time. In 2018, the population was recorded as 413 residents. This makes it a quiet and peaceful place to live.

How many people live here?

The population of a municipality is counted regularly. This helps local leaders understand the community's needs. The number 413 tells us that Maià de Montcal is a very small village.

Local Government

Like all municipalities, Maià de Montcal has its own local government. This government helps manage the village and its services. The main leader of the municipality is called the Mayor.

Who is the Mayor?

The Mayor is chosen by the people who live in the municipality. They help make decisions for the community. As of 2015, the Mayor of Maià de Montcal was Joan Gainza Agustí.

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