Steenokkerzeel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Steenokkerzeel
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Castle of Ham in Steenokkerzeel
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 Steenokkerzeel
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | Flemish Community | ||
| Region | Flemish Region | ||
| Province | Flemish Brabant | ||
| Arrondissement | Halle-Vilvoorde | ||
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| • Total | 23.46 km2 (9.06 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
1820
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| Area codes | 02, 016, 015 | ||
| Website | www.steenokkerzeel.be | ||
Steenokkerzeel is a small town, or municipality, located in Belgium. It is part of the Flemish Brabant province, which is in the Flemish region of Belgium.
As of December 31, 2010, Steenokkerzeel had a total population of 11,580 people. The area of the municipality is about 23.46 square kilometers. This means that about 493 people live in each square kilometer.
Steenokkerzeel is made up of a few smaller towns and areas. These include the main town of Steenokkerzeel, plus Melsbroek and Perk. The main town of Steenokkerzeel itself has about 6,333 residents. Melsbroek has 2,508 residents, and Perk has 2,739 residents.
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Parts of Steenokkerzeel
The municipality of Steenokkerzeel is divided into several smaller parts. The main town of Steenokkerzeel includes areas called Humelgem, Steenokkerzeel, and Wambeek.
The town of Perk also has its own smaller areas. These are Perk, Huinhoven, and Boekt. Some residential areas in Steenokkerzeel are known as 't Dickt, Passiewijk, and Zonnebos.
Education and Learning
Steenokkerzeel is home to an important school for pilots.
Sabena Flight Academy
The Sabena Flight Academy is located in Steenokkerzeel. This academy is a special school where people learn to become pilots. It trains future pilots for airlines.
Famous People from Steenokkerzeel
Some interesting people have lived in or are connected to Steenokkerzeel.
Aguila (Artist)
Aguila was born in 1937. He is a well-known artist and industrial designer. He is also famous for creating something called “probability reality.”
Empress Zita of Bourbon-Parma
Zita of Bourbon-Parma was a very important historical figure. She was the last Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary and Bohemia. She lived in Steenokkerzeel for a time.
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