Susqueda facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Susqueda
Municipality
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Country	Spain
Community	Catalonia
Province	Girona
Comarca	Selva
Area
• Total	50.6 km2 (19.5 sq mi)
Elevation	100 m (300 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	97
• Density	1.917/km2 (4.965/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Susquedenc, susquedenca

Susqueda (pronounced sus-KEH-thuh) is a small town in Catalonia, Spain. It is a type of local government area called a municipality. Susqueda is part of the Selva comarca, which is like a county or region.

Discovering Susqueda: Location and Nature

Susqueda is located in a beautiful area called the Guilleries Massif. This is a mountain range known for its forests and rugged landscape. The town sits on the left side of the Ter River. This river is very important to the area.

The Susqueda Reservoir and Power Station

One of the most important features of Susqueda is its large reservoir. A reservoir is a big artificial lake where water is stored. The Susqueda reservoir was created by building a dam on the Ter River.

This reservoir is not just for storing water. It also helps create electricity! There is a special building called a hydroelectric power station nearby. This station uses the force of the water from the reservoir to make electricity. This power station is a big source of income for the local community.

Getting Around Susqueda

A local road connects Susqueda to the main C-152 road. This road leads to a larger town called Santa Coloma de Farners. This connection helps people travel to and from Susqueda.

How Many People Live in Susqueda?

The number of people living in a place is called its population. Over the years, the population of Susqueda has changed. In 1900, there were over 600 people living here. By 2007, the population was much smaller, with about 126 residents. This shows how small towns can change over time.

See also

In Spanish: Susqueda para niños