Torremocha de Jarama facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Torremocha de Jarama
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Municipal location within the Community of Madrid.
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community | Community of Madrid | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 7.14 sq mi (18.49 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 2,320 ft (707 m) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 975 | ||
| • Density | 136.57/sq mi (52.73/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
Torremocha de Jarama is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Community of Madrid in Spain. It's a quiet place where people live and work, surrounded by nature.
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About Torremocha de Jarama
Torremocha de Jarama is a charming municipality. A municipality is like a local area or town that has its own local government. It's a place where people live together and share services.
Where is Torremocha de Jarama?
This town is located in the central part of Spain. It's part of the Community of Madrid, which is one of Spain's 17 special regions. The town sits at an elevation of about 707 meters (2,319 feet) above sea level. This means it's quite high up! The "Jarama" in its name comes from the Jarama River, which flows nearby.
How Many People Live There?
As of 2018, about 975 people lived in Torremocha de Jarama. This makes it a small community. Small towns often have a close-knit feel, where neighbors know each other well.
What is the Area Like?
The total area of Torremocha de Jarama is about 18.49 square kilometers (7.14 square miles). This is roughly the size of 1,849 football fields! It's a mix of residential areas and natural landscapes.
Time Zone Information
Like most of Spain, Torremocha de Jarama uses Central European Time (CET). This means it's one hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+1). During the summer, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is two hours ahead of UTC (UTC+2). This helps make the most of daylight hours.
Images for kids
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The flag of Torremocha de Jarama.
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The coat of arms of Torremocha de Jarama.
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A map showing Torremocha de Jarama's location in the Community of Madrid.
See also
In Spanish: Torremocha de Jarama para niños
