Salcea facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Salcea
Town
Sturdza manor in Salcea
Coat of arms
Location in Suceava County
Salcea Location in Romania
Country	Romania
County	Suceava
Area	40 km2 (20 sq mi)
Population  (2011)	Lua error in Module:Wd at line 1,575: attempt to index field 'wikibase' (a nil value).
Time zone	EET/EEST (UTC+2/+3)

Salcea is a town located in the northeastern part of Romania. It is found in Suceava County, within the Western Moldavia region. Salcea became an official town in 2004.

This town is home to about 9,513 people. It also oversees four smaller villages: Mereni, Plopeni, Prelipca, and Văratec. Salcea is well-known because the Suceava Airport is very close by. The town itself is about 11 kilometers (7 miles) east of the city of Suceava.

About Salcea: A Town in Romania

Salcea is an important place in Suceava County. It was officially named a town in 2004. This means it has a special status and its own local government.

What Makes Salcea Special?

One of the most important features of Salcea is its airport. The Suceava Ștefan cel Mare International Airport helps people travel to and from the region. It connects Salcea and the surrounding areas to other parts of Romania and beyond.

The town also includes four smaller communities. These are the villages of Mereni, Plopeni, Prelipca, and Văratec. They are all part of the Salcea administration.

People and Population in Salcea

Understanding how many people live in a place is important. This is done through something called a census. A census counts all the people living in an area at a specific time.

Counting the Residents: The Census

The most recent count of people in Salcea happened in 2022. This was part of the 2021 Romanian census, which was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Romania. The census showed that 9,513 people live in Salcea.

The population of Salcea has been growing over time. Here is a look at how many people have lived there in recent years: