Pihtipudas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pihtipudas
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Municipality
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| Pihtiputaan kunta Pihtipudas kommun |
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Pihtipudas Church
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Location of Pihtipudas in Finland
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| Country | Finland | |
| Region | Central Finland | |
| Sub-region | Saarijärvi–Viitasaari sub-region | |
| Area
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| • Total | 1,247.62 km2 (481.71 sq mi) | |
| • Land | 1,074.9 km2 (415.0 sq mi) | |
| • Water | 172.72 km2 (66.69 sq mi) | |
| Area rank | 86th largest in Finland | |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,492 | |
| • Rank | 196th largest in Finland | |
| • Density | 4.18/km2 (10.8/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (EET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+3 (EEST) | |
| Website | www.pihtipudas.fi | |
Pihtipudas is a small municipality located in Finland. It is part of the Central Finland region. As of August 2013, about 4,386 people called Pihtipudas home. It is surrounded by several other municipalities. These include Haapajärvi, Keitele, Kinnula, Pielavesi, Pyhäjärvi, Reisjärvi, and Viitasaari.
Exploring Pihtipudas
Pihtipudas is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. The area has many villages and large lakes.
Villages and Communities
The municipality of Pihtipudas is made up of several smaller villages. Each village adds to the unique character of the area. Some of these villages are Alvajärvi, Elämäjärvi, Ilosjoki, Korppinen, and Kärväskylä. Other villages include Muurasjärvi, Peninki, Rönny, Saani, Kojola, and Seläntaus. The main village is also called Pihtipudas.
Lakes and Nature
Nature plays a big role in Pihtipudas. The region is home to some large and beautiful lakes. The biggest lakes nearby are Lake Kolima, Lake Alvajärvi, and Lake Muurasjärvi. These lakes are great for outdoor activities.
Images for kids
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Pihtipudas Military Cemetery
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Pihtipudas Church
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Muurasjärvi Church
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Heinäjoki Bridge
See also
In Spanish: Pihtipudas para niños
