Sköldinge facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sköldinge
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 Sköldinge
Location in Södermanland
Sköldinge
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Södermanland |
| County | Södermanland County |
| Municipality | Katrineholm Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.01 km2 (0.39 sq mi) |
| Population
(31 December 2020)
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| • Total | 657 |
| • Density | 650/km2 (1,685/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Climate | Dfb |
Sköldinge is a small town, also called a locality, in Sweden. It's located in Södermanland County, which is part of the Katrineholm Municipality. In 2020, about 657 people lived in Sköldinge.
Discovering Sköldinge
Sköldinge is a cozy place in the country of Sweden. It's found in a region called Södermanland County, within the Katrineholm Municipality. Imagine a map of Sweden; Sköldinge is nestled right there!
A Look at the Past
For many years, from 1866 to 1967, Sköldinge was famous for something special: the Kantorp iron mine. This mine was very active, meaning it was busy digging up iron for a long time. It played a big part in the town's history!
How People Vote in Sweden
Just like in many countries, people in Sköldinge get to vote in important elections. These elections help choose who will represent them in the Riksdag, which is Sweden's national parliament. It's where laws are made for the whole country.
Understanding Elections
- Voting is important: When people vote, they choose leaders who they think will do a good job.
- Different parties: Voters can choose from different political parties. Each party has its own ideas about how the country should be run.
- Making a difference: Every vote counts! It helps decide who gets to make decisions for everyone.
