Pelayos facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pelayos
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Location in Salamanca
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| Country | Spain |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León |
| Province | Salamanca |
| Comarca | Tierra de Alba |
| Area | |
| • Total | 44 km2 (17 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 948 m (3,110 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 85 |
| • Density | 1.93/km2 (5.00/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
37787
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Pelayos is a small municipality located in the province of Salamanca, which is part of the Castile and León region in Spain. In 2018, about 85 people lived there. This makes Pelayos one of the smaller towns in the area.
About Pelayos
Pelayos is a type of local government area called a municipality. It is found in the western part of Spain. The town is part of the larger Salamanca province. This province is known for its beautiful countryside and historic cities.
Where is Pelayos?
Pelayos is located in the Castile and León region. This is one of Spain's largest autonomous communities. It sits in the Tierra de Alba area, which is a traditional comarca. A comarca is like a local district. The town is about 948 meters (3,100 feet) above sea level.
How is Pelayos Governed?
Like other municipalities in Spain, Pelayos has a local government. The main leader is called the Mayor. As of recent records, the Mayor of Pelayos is Benigno López Suarez. He belongs to the People's Party. The Mayor and the local council work together to manage the town. They make decisions about local services and community life.
Population of Pelayos
Pelayos is a very small community. In 2016, its population was 98 people. By 2018, it had slightly decreased to 85 residents. This means Pelayos is a quiet place where most people likely know each other. Small towns often have a strong sense of community.
See also
In Spanish: Pelayos para niños
