Rugat facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rugat
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 Rugat
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Valencia | ||
| Comarca | Vall d'Albaida | ||
| Judicial district | Ontinyent | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 3.1 km2 (1.2 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 300 m (1,000 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 162 | ||
| • Density | 52.3/km2 (135.3/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Rugatí, rugatina | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
46842
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| Official language(s) | Valencian | ||
Rugat is a small town, also called a municipality, located in Spain. It is part of the Vall d'Albaida area, which is known as a comarca in the Valencian Community. This community is a special region in Spain that has its own government.
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Discover Rugat: A Small Spanish Town
Rugat is a charming municipality in the Valencian Community of Spain. It is a great example of a small town in this beautiful country. The town is known for its quiet atmosphere and traditional Spanish feel.
Where is Rugat Located?
Rugat is found in the eastern part of Spain. It is part of the Province of Valencia. This province is one of many that make up the larger Valencian Community. Rugat is also within the Vall d'Albaida comarca, which is like a local district.
The town sits at an elevation of about 300 meters (around 984 feet) above sea level. This means it's a bit higher up than coastal areas. Its exact location is 38 degrees 52 minutes 48 seconds North and 0 degrees 21 minutes 46 seconds West.
Who Lives in Rugat?
In 2018, the population of Rugat was 162 people. This makes it a very small and close-knit community. People from Rugat are called Rugatí (for males) or rugatina (for females). The official language spoken in Rugat is Valencian.
How Rugat is Governed
Like all municipalities in Spain, Rugat has a local government. The head of this government is called the Alcalde, which is similar to a mayor. As of the information available, the Alcalde of Rugat is Raúl Martínez Fuster. The Alcalde helps manage the town's services and represents its people.
Quick Facts About Rugat
Rugat covers a small area of about 3.1 square kilometers (about 1.2 square miles). The postal code for Rugat is 46842. The town uses Central European Time (CET), which is UTC+1. During summer, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is UTC+2.
See also
In Spanish: Rugat para niños
