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Vånga
Vånga is located in Östergötland
Vånga
Vånga
Location in Östergötland
Vånga is located in Sweden
Vånga
Vånga
Location in Sweden
Country Sweden
Province Östergötland
County Östergötland County
Municipality Norrköping Municipality
Area
 • Total 0.31 km2 (0.12 sq mi)
Population
 (31 December 2010)
 • Total 220
 • Density 709/km2 (1,840/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Vånga is a small place, also called a 'locality,' located in Sweden. It's found in the Norrköping Municipality, which is part of Östergötland County. In 2010, about 220 people lived here. Vånga is situated north of a large lake called Roxen.

Discovering Vånga: A Swedish Locality

Vånga is a charming locality in Sweden. It is a small community where people live and work. The word "locality" means it's a defined area, often smaller than a city but with its own identity.

Where is Vånga Located?

Vånga is in the eastern part of Sweden. It belongs to Östergötland County, which is a region known for its beautiful nature and history. Specifically, Vånga is part of the Norrköping Municipality. This municipality helps manage local services for the people living there.

Vånga's Place in Östergötland

Östergötland is one of Sweden's many counties. Counties are like large regions that help organize the country. Vånga is also part of the historical province of Östergötland. Provinces are older divisions of Sweden.

How Many People Live in Vånga?

In 2010, the population of Vånga was 220 people. This makes it a very small and cozy place. The number of people living in an area helps us understand its size and community feel.

Vånga's Size and Population Density

Vånga covers an area of about 0.31 square kilometers. This is a very small area. With 220 people living in such a small space, the population density is about 709 people per square kilometer. This means it's quite a close-knit community.

What's Nearby Vånga?

One important natural feature near Vånga is Lake Roxen. Vånga is located just north of this large lake. Lakes often provide opportunities for outdoor activities like fishing or boating.

Time Zone in Vånga

Like most of Sweden, Vånga 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 (UTC+2).

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