Villacañas facts for kids
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Villacañas
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 Villacañas
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community | Castile-La Mancha | |
| Province | Toledo | |
| Municipality | Villacañas | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 269 km2 (104 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 663 m (2,175 ft) | |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 9,689 | |
| • Density | 36.02/km2 (93.29/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
Villacañas is a town and a municipality found in the province of Toledo. This province is part of the Castile-La Mancha region in Spain. In 2006, about 10,208 people lived there.
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Discover Villacañas
Villacañas is a charming town in the heart of Spain. It's known for its traditional Spanish feel. The town is a great example of life in the Castile-La Mancha area.
Where is Villacañas?
Villacañas is located in the central part of Spain. It sits in the province of Toledo. This area is famous for its history and beautiful landscapes. The town is about 663 meters (2,175 feet) above sea level.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Villacañas has changed over time. In 2006, there were 10,208 residents. By 2018, the population was 9,689.
Population Changes Over Time
Looking at demographics helps us understand how populations grow or shrink. Demographics is the study of how many people live in a place and what they are like. Here's how Villacañas's population has changed:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1900 | 6,212 | — |
| 1910 | 6,700 | +7.9% |
| 1920 | 7,778 | +16.1% |
| 1930 | 9,202 | +18.3% |
| 1940 | 9,137 | −0.7% |
| 1950 | 10,772 | +17.9% |
| 1960 | 10,113 | −6.1% |
| 1970 | 9,883 | −2.3% |
| 1981 | 8,251 | −16.5% |
| 1991 | 8,711 | +5.6% |
| 2001 | 9,393 | +7.8% |
| 2011 | 10,641 | +13.3% |
| 2021 | 9,434 | −11.3% |
| 2023 | 9,511 | +0.8% |
| Source: ISTAT | ||
What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area. It's a town or city and the land around it. Villacañas is one of many municipalities in Spain. Each municipality has its own local government.
What is a Province?
A province is a larger area, like a county. Several municipalities make up a province. Villacañas is in the province of Toledo. Toledo is one of the 50 provinces in Spain.
What is an Autonomous Community?
An autonomous community is a big region in Spain. It has its own government and laws, but it's still part of Spain. Castile-La Mancha is the autonomous community where Villacañas is located. Spain has 17 autonomous communities.
See also
- In Spanish: Villacañas para niños
