Vesanto facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vesanto
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Municipality
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| Vesannon kunta Vesanto kommun |
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Location of Vesanto in Finland
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| Country |  Finland |
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| Region | Northern Savonia | |
| Sub-region | Inner Savonia sub-region | |
| Charter | 1871 | |
| Area
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| • Total | 569.80 km2 (220.00 sq mi) | |
| • Land | 422.63 km2 (163.18 sq mi) | |
| • Water | 147.1 km2 (56.8 sq mi) | |
| Area rank | 198th largest in Finland | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,895 | |
| • Rank | 263rd largest in Finland | |
| • Density | 4.48/km2 (11.6/sq mi) | |
| Population by native language | ||
| • Finnish | 97.4% (official) | |
| • Swedish | 0.1% | |
| • Others | 2.6% | |
| Population by age | ||
| • 0 to 14 | 9.1% | |
| • 15 to 64 | 48.5% | |
| • 65 or older | 42.4% | |
| Time zone | UTC+02:00 (EET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+03:00 (EEST) | |
| Website | www.vesanto.fi | |
Vesanto is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in Finland. It is found in the Northern Savonia region of Finland.
About 1,895 people live in Vesanto, according to information from 31 December 2023. The municipality covers an area of 569.80 square kilometres (220.00 sq mi). A large part of this area, about 147.1 km2 (56.8 sq mi) or 26%, is made up of water. This means there are about 4.48 inhabitants per square kilometre (11.6/sq mi) people living in each square kilometer. Everyone in Vesanto speaks Finnish.
Vesanto is surrounded by other towns. Its neighboring municipalities include Keitele, Konnevesi, Rautalampi, Tervo, Viitasaari, and Äänekoski.
About Vesanto
Vesanto became an official municipality in 1871. This means it has been its own local government area for a long time. The town is known for its beautiful natural surroundings, especially its many lakes.
What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area. It's a town or a group of villages that manage their own services. These services can include schools, roads, and local healthcare. The people living in a municipality elect leaders to make decisions for their community.
Geography and Nature
Vesanto is located in a region known for its stunning lakes and forests. The large amount of water in the area makes it a great place for outdoor activities. You can find many opportunities for fishing, boating, and enjoying nature.
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