Santa Maria de Palautordera facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Santa María de Palautordera
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 Santa María de Palautordera
Location in Catalonia
Santa María de Palautordera
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Catalonia |
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| Province | Barcelona | |
| Comarca | Valles Oriental | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 16.9 km2 (6.5 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 208 m (682 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 9,325 | |
| • Density | 551.8/km2 (1,429/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Palauenc, Palauenca | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
08460
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| Official language(s) | Catalan | |
Santa María de Palautordera is a lovely village and a municipality (which is like a town or city with its own local government) in Spain. It is located in the comarca (a region) called Vallès Oriental. This area is part of the province of Barcelona and the autonomous community of Catalonia.
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Exploring the Geography of Santa María
This village is nestled in the valley of the River Tordera. It sits right at the foot of the Montseny Massif, which is a large mountain range. The area is mostly covered with beautiful pine and oak forests.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Santa María de Palautordera changes over time. In 2015, the local government counted 9,103 people. The town keeps track of its population every year. Here's how the population has changed:
| Year | Boys and Men | Girls and Women | Total People |
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| 2013 | 4,700 | 4,495 | 9,195 |
| 2008 | 4,445 | 4,169 | 8,614 |
| 2003 | 3,779 | 3,539 | 7,318 |
| 1998 | 2,916 | 2,879 | 5,795 |
Getting Around: Transport in Santa María
Santa María de Palautordera has its own train station, simply called Palautordera. This station is part of the Rodalies de Catalunya regional rail system. This train system helps people travel around Catalonia. The government of Catalonia currently runs these trains.
Famous People from Santa María
Some talented people who are well-known come from Santa María de Palautordera:
- David Davis Cámara: He is an international handball player. He has played for the Spanish national team.
- Joan Cañellas: He is also an international handball player for the Spanish national team.
Sister Cities: Twin Towns
Santa María de Palautordera has a special connection with another town. They are called "twin towns" and often share culture and ideas.
See also
In Spanish: Santa María de Palautordera para niños
