Torremayor facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Torremayor, Spain
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Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Extremadura
Province	Badajoz
Municipality	Torremayor
Area
• Total	21 km2 (8 sq mi)
Elevation	192 m (630 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	973
• Density	46.3/km2 (120.0/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)

Torremayor is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Badajoz. This province is part of Extremadura, one of Spain's autonomous communities. Torremayor is found in the country of Spain.

As of 2018, about 973 people live in Torremayor. In 2005, there were 1020 inhabitants. The town covers an area of 21 square kilometers (about 8 square miles). It sits at an elevation of 192 meters (630 feet) above sea level.

Where is Torremayor Located?

Torremayor is in the western part of Spain. It is part of the Extremadura region. This region is known for its beautiful natural areas. The town is in the province of Badajoz, which is one of the two provinces in Extremadura.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a local government area. It includes a town or city and the land around it. Torremayor is a municipality, meaning it has its own local government. This government helps manage things like local services and public spaces for the people who live there.

Population Over Time

The number of people living in Torremayor has changed over the years. In 2005, the town had 1020 residents. By 2018, this number had slightly decreased to 973 people. Population numbers are often tracked by a census. A census is an official count of how many people live in an area.

Time and Climate

Torremayor uses CET during most of the year. This means it is one hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+1). During the summer months, they switch to CEST. This moves the clock forward by another hour (UTC+2). This change is known as daylight saving time.