Pomarkku facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pomarkku
Påmark
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Municipality
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| Pomarkun kunta Påmarks kommun |
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Pomarkku River
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Location of Pomarkku in Finland
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| Country |  Finland |
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| Region | Satakunta | |
| Sub-region | Pori sub-region | |
| Charter | 1868 | |
| Area
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| • Total | 332.05 km2 (128.21 sq mi) | |
| • Land | 301.2 km2 (116.3 sq mi) | |
| • Water | 30.95 km2 (11.95 sq mi) | |
| Area rank | 233rd largest in Finland | |
| Population
(2023-12-31)
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| • Total | 1,943 | |
| • Rank | 259th largest in Finland | |
| • Density | 6.45/km2 (16.7/sq mi) | |
| Population by native language | ||
| • Finnish | 98.4% (official) | |
| • Swedish | 0.1% | |
| • Others | 1.5% | |
| Population by age | ||
| • 0 to 14 | 14.6% | |
| • 15 to 64 | 53.6% | |
| • 65 or older | 31.8% | |
| Time zone | UTC+02:00 (EET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+03:00 (EEST) | |
| Climate | Dfc | |
| Website | www.pomarkku.fi | |
Pomarkku (also called Påmark in Swedish) is a small town in Finland. It is known as a municipality, which is like a local government area.
Pomarkku is located in the Satakunta region of Finland. This region is in the western part of the country. The municipality has a population of about 1,943 people as of 31 December 2023.
The total area of Pomarkku is about 332.05 square kilometres (128.21 sq mi). A small part of this area, 30.95 km2 (11.95 sq mi), is covered by water, like lakes and rivers. This means there are many natural spaces to explore. The number of people living in each square kilometer is about 6.45 inhabitants per square kilometre (16.7/sq mi).
In Pomarkku, the main language spoken by everyone is Finnish.
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What is Pomarkku Like?
Pomarkku is a quiet place with beautiful nature. It's a great spot for enjoying the outdoors. The municipality was officially established in 1868. This means it has a long history as a self-governing area.
Geography and Nature
The area around Pomarkku features forests, lakes, and rivers. The Pomarkku River, shown in the infobox, is one of its notable natural features. These natural areas are perfect for activities like hiking, fishing, and just enjoying the peace and quiet.
Local Government
Like other municipalities, Pomarkku has its own local government. This government helps manage local services and makes decisions for the community. The person in charge is called the Municipal Manager, and currently, it's Mikko Airaksinen.
Famous People from Pomarkku
Many interesting people have been born in Pomarkku. Here are a few:
- Oskari Vihantola (1876 – 1936)
- Aulis Sileäkangas (1923 – 2013)
- Raila Aho (1937 – )
Images for kids
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The Pomarkku River, a beautiful natural feature in the municipality.
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The official coat of arms for Pomarkku.
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A map showing where Pomarkku is located within Finland.
See also
- In Spanish: Pomarkku para niños
