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San Martín de Montalbán, Spain
Coat of arms of San Martín de Montalbán, Spain
Coat of arms
Country Spain
Autonomous community Castile-La Mancha
Province Toledo
Municipality San Martín de Montalbán
Area
 • Total 135 km2 (52 sq mi)
Elevation
659 m (2,162 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 726
 • Density 5.378/km2 (13.93/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

San Martín de Montalbán is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the province of Toledo. This province is part of the Castile-La Mancha region in central Spain. In 2018, about 726 people lived here. It's a quiet place with a rich history.

Entrance to the Plaza de San Martín de Montalbán

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San Martín de Montalbán is a charming municipality. It is known for its peaceful atmosphere. The town offers a glimpse into traditional Spanish life. It's a great place to learn about history and local culture.

Where is San Martín de Montalbán?

This municipality is found in the heart of Spain. It is located in the province of Toledo. This area is part of the larger Castile-La Mancha region. The town sits at an elevation of 659 meters (about 2,162 feet) above sea level. This means it's quite high up!

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a local government area. It's a town or city and the land around it. It has its own local leaders. These leaders make decisions for the people living there. San Martín de Montalbán is one such area.

A Look at Its History

San Martín de Montalbán has a long history. Like many towns in Spain, it has seen many changes. Its past is linked to the wider history of the Toledo province. This area has been important for centuries.

How Many People Live Here?

The number of people living in a place is called its population. We learn about populations through a census. A census counts everyone living in an area. The population of San Martín de Montalbán has changed over time.

Population Over Time

Here's how the number of people living in San Martín de Montalbán has changed:

Historical population
Year Pop. ±%
1900 1,252 —    
1910 1,592 +27.2%
1920 1,652 +3.8%
1930 1,785 +8.1%
1940 1,710 −4.2%
1950 1,927 +12.7%
1960 1,681 −12.8%
1970 1,096 −34.8%
1981 898 −18.1%
1991 739 −17.7%
2001 739 +0.0%
2011 841 +13.8%
2021 725 −13.8%
2023 724 −0.1%
Source: INE

As you can see, the population grew in the early 1900s. It reached its highest point in 1950. After that, the number of people living there slowly decreased. Today, it is a smaller community.

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