Simonstorp facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Simonstorp
Simonstorp Location in Östergötland Show map of Östergötland Simonstorp Location in Sweden Show map of Sweden
Country	Sweden
Province	Östergötland
County	Östergötland County
Municipality	Norrköping Municipality
Area
• Total	0.51 km2 (0.20 sq mi)
Population  (31 December 2010)
• Total	258
• Density	505/km2 (1,310/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)

Simonstorp is a small community, also known as a locality, located in the beautiful country of Sweden. It's found within the Norrköping Municipality in Östergötland County. In 2010, about 258 people called Simonstorp home.

Exploring Simonstorp

Simonstorp is a great example of a smaller place in Sweden. When we talk about a "locality," we mean a defined area where people live, like a village or a small town. It's not as big as a city, but it's still an important part of the local area.

Where is Simonstorp Located?

Simonstorp is situated in a region of Sweden called Östergötland County. Think of a county as a larger administrative area, similar to a state or province in other countries. Within this county, Simonstorp belongs to the Norrköping Municipality. A municipality is like a local government area, responsible for things like schools and roads in its region.

The county of Östergötland itself is part of the larger province of Östergötland. Provinces in Sweden are historical and cultural regions. They help us understand the long history and traditions of different parts of the country.

Quick Facts About Simonstorp

Simonstorp is a relatively small place in terms of its size and population.

• Area: The total area of Simonstorp is about 0.51 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 100 football fields!
• Population: As of December 31, 2010, there were 258 people living in Simonstorp. This means it's a close-knit community.
• Population Density: With 505 people per square kilometer, Simonstorp has a moderate population density for its size.