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Población de Arroyo
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Country  Spain
Autonomous community  Castile and León
Province  Palencia
Municipality Población de Arroyo
Area
 • Total 22 km2 (8 sq mi)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 61
 • Density 2.77/km2 (7.18/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Población de Arroyo is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the province of Palencia. This area is part of the Castile and León region in Spain. In 2018, about 61 people lived in Población de Arroyo.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a small local area or town that has its own local government. It's a way to organize places so they can manage their own services, like roads or local rules. Población de Arroyo is one of these organized areas in Spain.

Where is Población de Arroyo?

Población de Arroyo is found in the northwestern part of Spain. It is part of the larger region known as Castile and León. This region is famous for its history and beautiful landscapes. The town is specifically located within the province of Palencia.

The Province of Palencia

The Province of Palencia is one of nine provinces in the Castile and León region. It is known for its farming areas and historical buildings. Many small towns like Población de Arroyo are found here.

Castile and León Region

Castile and León is the largest region in Spain. It has a rich history with many old castles and cathedrals. It is a very important part of Spain's culture and past.

Population and Size

Población de Arroyo is a very small municipality. In 2018, only 61 people lived there. This makes it one of the smaller towns in the Palencia province. The total area of the municipality is about 22 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 2,200 football fields!

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