Villarreal de Huerva facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Villarreal de Huerva
Villarreal de Huerva Location in Spain
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Aragon
Province	Zaragoza
Comarca	Campo de Daroca
Area
• Total	27 km2 (10 sq mi)
Elevation	867 m (2,844 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	274
• Density	10.15/km2 (26.3/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)

Villarreal de Huerva is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in Spain. It is found in the province of Zaragoza, which is part of the Aragon region. This town is special because it is named after a nearby river, the Huerva River.

Where is Villarreal de Huerva?

Villarreal de Huerva is located in the northeastern part of Spain. It is part of the Aragon region, which is one of Spain's 17 autonomous communities. Think of an autonomous community like a large state within a country. Within Aragon, Villarreal de Huerva belongs to the province of Zaragoza. Provinces are smaller areas within an autonomous community.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a local government area. It includes a main town or city and the surrounding rural areas. Villarreal de Huerva is one of many municipalities in the province of Zaragoza.

How Many People Live There?

Villarreal de Huerva is a very small community. According to a census taken in 2010, only 202 people lived there. By 2018, the population had grown slightly to 274 inhabitants. This makes it a quiet place with a close-knit community.

The Huerva River Connection

The name "Villarreal de Huerva" tells us something important about the town. "Villarreal" is a common Spanish town name, often meaning "royal village." The "de Huerva" part means "of Huerva," which refers to the Huerva River. This river flows near the town, and its presence has likely been important for the community throughout history, providing water for farming and daily life.

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  A view of Villarreal de Huerva, showing its quiet charm.