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Municipality of Ljutomer

Občina Ljutomer
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Coat of arms of Municipality of Ljutomer
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Location of the Municipality of Ljutomer in Slovenia
Location of the Municipality of Ljutomer in Slovenia
Country  Slovenia
Area
 • Total 107.2 km2 (41.4 sq mi)
Population
 (2002)
 • Total 11,720
 • Density 109.33/km2 (283.16/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02 (CEST)

The Municipality of Ljutomer (which is Občina Ljutomer in Slovenian) is a special area in northeastern Slovenia. It is about 40 kilometers (25 mi) east of a bigger city called Maribor.

This municipality used to be part of a region known as Styria. Now, it is part of the Mura Statistical Region. The biggest town in this area, and where the local government is located, is also called Ljutomer.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a local government area. It's a bit like a county or a district. People in a municipality elect leaders to make decisions for their local community. These decisions help manage things like schools, roads, and local services.

Where is Ljutomer Located?

The Municipality of Ljutomer is found in the northeastern part of Slovenia. This country is in Central Europe. Ljutomer is known for its beautiful countryside. It is also close to the Mura River.

How Big is Ljutomer?

The total area of the Municipality of Ljutomer is about 107.2 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of 10,720 football fields! In 2002, about 11,720 people lived there.

Who is the Mayor?

The leader of the Municipality of Ljutomer is called the Mayor. The current Mayor is Olga Karba. The Mayor works with a local council. They help run the municipality and make sure things work well for everyone living there.

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