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Melque de Cercos
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Melque de Cercos is located in Castile and León
Melque de Cercos
Melque de Cercos
Location in Castile and León
Melque de Cercos is located in Spain
Melque de Cercos
Melque de Cercos
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Autonomous community  Castile and León
Province  Segovia
Municipality Melque de Cercos
Area
 • Total 18.59 km2 (7.18 sq mi)
Elevation
857 m (2,812 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 77
 • Density 4.142/km2 (10.73/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Melque de Cercos is a small and quiet municipality located in the province of Segovia, which is part of the Castile and León region in Spain. In 2018, about 77 people lived there, making it a very small community.

About Melque de Cercos

Melque de Cercos is a type of local government area called a municipality. Think of it like a small town or village that has its own local rules and services. It's a place where people live and work together.

Where is Melque de Cercos?

This municipality is found in the central part of Spain. It's in the Castile and León region, which is one of Spain's largest areas. Within this region, it belongs to the province of Segovia. The province of Segovia is known for its beautiful countryside and historic cities.

Location Details

Melque de Cercos is situated about 857 meters (or 2,812 feet) above sea level. This means it's located in a slightly elevated area, which can influence its climate and landscape. The total area of the municipality is about 18.59 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of 1,859 football fields!

How Many People Live There?

As of 2018, the population of Melque de Cercos was 77 people. This makes it one of the smaller municipalities in Spain. Living in a small community often means that everyone knows each other, and there's a strong sense of togetherness.

Community Life

In a small place like Melque de Cercos, daily life might be very peaceful. People often work in farming or other local jobs. The quiet environment and close-knit community can offer a unique way of life compared to bigger cities.

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