Ocón facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ocón
Municipality
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Ocón Location in La Rioja, Spain Show map of La Rioja, Spain Ocón Location in Spain Show map of Spain
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	La Rioja
Comarca	Logroño
Area
• Total	60.92 km2 (23.52 sq mi)
Elevation	898 m (2,946 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	282
Demonym(s)	oconense
Postal code	26148

Ocón is a small area in La Rioja, a region in northern Spain. It is known as a municipality, which is like a local government area. In 2018, about 282 people lived there.

Ocón covers an area of about 60.92 square kilometers. It is made up of several smaller villages. These villages work together as one municipality.

Exploring Ocón's Villages

Ocón is not just one place. It is a group of six charming villages. Each village adds to the unique character of the municipality.

The Main Villages of Ocón

The villages that form Ocón are:

• La Villa
• Pipaona
• Aldealobos
• Las Ruedas
• Santa Lucía
• Los Molinos

These villages are spread across the beautiful landscape of La Rioja. They share a common local government.

How Ocón is Governed

Like many places, Ocón has its own local government. This government helps manage the daily life of the municipality.

The Role of the Mayor

The leader of Ocón's local government is called the Mayor. The mayor helps make decisions for the community. They work to improve the lives of the people living in Ocón and its villages. The current mayor is Ernesto Viguera Blanco. He belongs to the People's Party.

Location and Geography

Ocón is located in the Logroño area of La Rioja. It sits at an elevation of 898 meters above sea level. This higher elevation often means beautiful views of the surrounding valleys.

Natural Beauty of Ocón

The area around Ocón is known for its natural beauty. You can see hills and green spaces. The landscape is typical of the La Rioja region. The image in the infobox shows a view of the Ocón Castle. This castle is an important landmark in the valley.

See also

• In Spanish: Ocón para niños