Nossebro facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Nossebro
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Central Nossebro
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 Nossebro
Location in Västra Götaland
Nossebro
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Västergötland |
| County | Västra Götaland County |
| Municipality | Essunga Municipality |
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| • Total | 1.85 km2 (0.71 sq mi) |
| Population
(31 December 2010)
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| • Total | 1,846 |
| • Density | 1,000/km2 (3,000/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Nossebro is a small town, also called a locality, in Sweden. It is located in the western part of the country. Nossebro is special because it is the main town, or "seat," of Essunga Municipality.
About Nossebro
Nossebro is a charming place in Västra Götaland County, which is a large area in Sweden. It is part of the historical province of Västergötland. This town is known for being the center of its local government.
Where is Nossebro?
Nossebro is found in the southwest of Sweden. It's in a region called Västra Götaland County. This county is one of the largest in Sweden. The town is also part of the older, traditional area known as Västergötland.
You can find Nossebro on a map at these coordinates: 58 degrees North and 12 degrees East. This helps pinpoint its exact location in the world.
What is a Municipality Seat?
Being the "seat" of Essunga Municipality means Nossebro is the main town where the local government offices are. Think of it like the capital city of a small region. Important decisions for the municipality are made here.
A municipality is like a local district or area. It has its own government that takes care of things like schools, roads, and other services for the people living there. Nossebro is the heart of these activities for Essunga.
People and Size of Nossebro
In 2010, about 1,846 people lived in Nossebro. This makes it a smaller town. The town covers an area of about 1.85 square kilometers.
To give you an idea of its size, if you imagine a square that is about 1.3 kilometers on each side, that's roughly the area of Nossebro. With 1,000 people per square kilometer, it's a fairly cozy and close-knit community.
