O Rosal facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Concello de O Rosal
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Municipality
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Situation of O Rosal within Galicia
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| Country | Spain | ||
| Autonomous community | Galicia | ||
| Province | Pontevedra | ||
| Comarca | O Baixo Miño | ||
| Parroquias |
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As Eiras
O Rosal San Miguel de Tabagón Tabagón |
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| • Total | 44.1 km2 (17.0 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 6,249 | ||
| • Density | 141.70/km2 (367.0/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CET) | ||
| Website | www.orosal.es | ||
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O Rosal is a cool place in Spain! It's a type of town called a municipality in the province of Pontevedra. This province is part of Galicia, which is an autonomous community in northwestern Spain. O Rosal is also part of a smaller area called a comarca, known as O Baixo Miño.
This municipality covers an area of 44.1 square kilometers. In 2013, about 6,531 people lived there, according to the official count. By 2018, the population was around 6,249.
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What is O Rosal?
O Rosal is a municipality, which is like a local government area. It's similar to a city or a large town with its own local leaders. These leaders help manage things like local services and public spaces.
Where is O Rosal Located?
O Rosal is found in the northwestern part of Spain. It's in the Province of Pontevedra, which is one of the four provinces in Galicia. Galicia is a special region in Spain that has its own culture and language.
Understanding the Comarca
A comarca is a traditional region in Galicia. It groups together several municipalities that are close to each other. O Rosal belongs to the O Baixo Miño comarca. This helps people understand the local geography better.
Who Leads O Rosal?
The main leader of O Rosal is called the Alcalde, which means Mayor. The current mayor is Ánxela Fernandez Callís. She is part of a political group called BNG. The mayor and the local council make important decisions for the community.
How Local Government Works
The local government in O Rosal helps make sure the town runs smoothly. They are in charge of things like roads, parks, and local events. They work to improve the lives of the people who live in O Rosal.
Parts of O Rosal
O Rosal is divided into smaller areas called parroquias. These are like small parishes or villages within the municipality. The main parroquias in O Rosal are:
- As Eiras
- O Rosal (which is also the name of the main town)
- San Miguel de Tabagón
- Tabagón
