Pukkila facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pukkila
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Municipality
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Pukkila church
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Location of Pukkila in Finland
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| Country |  Finland |
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| Region | Uusimaa | |
| Sub-region | Porvoo sub-region | |
| Charter | 1898 | |
| Area
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| • Total | 145.94 km2 (56.35 sq mi) | |
| • Land | 145.09 km2 (56.02 sq mi) | |
| • Water | 0.9 km2 (0.3 sq mi) | |
| Area rank | 279th largest in Finland | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,781 | |
| • Rank | 267th largest in Finland | |
| • Density | 12.28/km2 (31.8/sq mi) | |
| Population by native language | ||
| • Finnish | 95.8% (official) | |
| • Swedish | 0.8% | |
| • Others | 3.4% | |
| Population by age | ||
| • 0 to 14 | 15.7% | |
| • 15 to 64 | 60.6% | |
| • 65 or older | 23.7% | |
| Time zone | UTC+02:00 (EET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+03:00 (EEST) | |
| Climate | Dfc | |
| Website | www.pukkila.fi | |
Pukkila is a small town, also called a municipality, in Finland. It is located in the Uusimaa region, which is in the southern part of the country. Pukkila is known for its quiet, natural surroundings.
The name Pukkila comes from the Finnish word pukki, which means "male goat". So, the name literally means "place of goat". In the past, Pukkila was also known as Savijoki ("Clay River") or Vähä-Porvoo ("Lesser Porvoo").
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About Pukkila
Pukkila is a Finnish-speaking area. This means that Finnish is the main language used by everyone living there. As of 31 December 2023, about 1,781 people live in Pukkila.
The municipality covers an area of 145.94 square kilometres (56.35 sq mi). A small part of this area, about 0.9 km2 (0.35 sq mi), is covered by water.
A Special Gift
In 1962, a former resident named Onni Nurmi did something amazing. He gave the village 760 shares in a company called Nokia. Back then, Nokia was mostly known for making rubber work boots.
Onni Nurmi had one condition for his gift. He wanted the money earned from these shares to be used to help elderly people in the village. He also said the shares should never be sold.
After some discussions, the shares were later managed differently. Now, the money from these shares helps to pay for a special center and services for the elderly. This shows how a thoughtful gift can help a community for many years.
Things to See
Pukkila has some interesting places to visit. You can explore the beautiful outdoors and learn about the local culture.
Naarkoski Rapids
The Naarkoski rapids are a natural wonder. Here, you can see small waterfalls and peaceful fishponds. It's a great place to enjoy nature and relax by the water.
Pukkila Church
The Pukkila Church is an important building in the municipality. It is a place for worship and also a historical landmark.
Wild Boar Garden
Pukkila is home to a unique wild boar garden. This is a special place where you can observe these fascinating animals.
Yado Oikawa's Japanese Inn
You can also visit Yado Oikawa's Japanese inn. It has both an old and a new part. This inn offers a glimpse into Japanese culture right in Finland.
