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Robleda
Coat of arms of Robleda
Coat of arms
Location in Salamanca
Location in Salamanca
Country Spain
Autonomous community Castile and León
Province Salamanca
Comarca Comarca de Ciudad Rodrigo
Subcomarca El Rebollar
Area
 • Total 79 km2 (31 sq mi)
Elevation
829 m (2,720 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 499
 • Density 6.32/km2 (16.36/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
37521

Robleda is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Salamanca. This province is part of the larger region called Castile and León in Spain. In 2018, about 499 people lived in Robleda.

Where is Robleda Located?

Robleda is found in the western part of Spain. It's part of the Province of Salamanca, which is one of many provinces in the country. The region of Castile and León is one of Spain's 17 "autonomous communities." These are like big states or regions with their own governments.

Robleda's Local Area

Within the province, Robleda belongs to a smaller area called the Comarca de Ciudad Rodrigo. Even more specifically, it's in a sub-region known as El Rebollar. This helps people understand exactly where Robleda is on a map.

People and Community Life

The number of people living in Robleda has changed a little over time. In 2016, there were 513 residents. By 2018, the population was recorded as 499. This makes Robleda a close-knit community.

Who Leads Robleda?

Every town has a leader, and in Robleda, this person is called the Mayor. The current Mayor is José Luis Varas Carballo. He is part of a political group called the PSOE, which stands for the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party. The Mayor helps make decisions for the town and its people.

Geography and Surroundings

Robleda is located at an elevation of 829 meters (about 2,719 feet) above sea level. This means it's quite high up! The total area of the municipality is about 79 square kilometers (around 30 square miles). This gives the town and its surrounding areas plenty of space.

Time Zone Information

Like many places in Europe, Robleda uses CET during most of the year. This is UTC+1. During the summer months, they switch to CEST, which is UTC+2. This is also known as Daylight Saving Time.

See also

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