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Åselstad is located in Östergötland
Åselstad
Åselstad
Location in Östergötland
Åselstad is located in Sweden
Åselstad
Åselstad
Location in Sweden
Country Sweden
Province Östergötland
County Östergötland County
Municipality Norrköping Municipality
Area
 • Total 0.50 km2 (0.19 sq mi)
Population
 (31 December 2010)
 • Total 475
 • Density 946/km2 (2,450/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Åselstad is a small place, or "locality," located in Sweden. It's found in a part of Sweden called Norrköping Municipality, which is in Östergötland County. In 2010, about 475 people lived there.

Discovering Åselstad

Åselstad is a charming small community in Sweden. It's known as a locality, which is a term used in Sweden for a built-up area. These areas are often smaller than cities but still have a group of homes and people living close together.

Where is Åselstad?

Åselstad is located in the eastern part of Sweden. It belongs to Östergötland County, which is one of the many counties that make up Sweden. Think of a county like a large region or state. Within Östergötland County, Åselstad is part of Norrköping Municipality. A municipality is a local government area, similar to a city or town council, that manages local services for its residents.

What is a Locality?

In Sweden, a locality (or tätort in Swedish) is a special kind of place. It means an area where buildings are close together and there are at least 200 people living there. These places are often surrounded by nature, like forests or fields. Åselstad fits this description perfectly, offering a quiet living environment.

Life in a Swedish Locality

Life in a small Swedish locality like Åselstad can be peaceful. Residents often enjoy being close to nature. They might have easy access to outdoor activities. These communities often have a strong sense of togetherness. People know their neighbors and support local events.

Quick Facts About Åselstad

Here are some interesting facts about Åselstad:

  • Population: As of December 31, 2010, Åselstad had 475 residents. This makes it a small but lively community.
  • Area: The locality covers an area of about 0.50 square kilometers. That's about half a square kilometer, showing how compact it is.
  • Population Density: With 946 people per square kilometer, Åselstad is quite densely populated for its size.
  • Time Zone: Åselstad follows Central European Time (CET), which is UTC+1. During summer, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is UTC+2.

Åselstad is a great example of the many smaller communities that make up the beautiful country of Sweden.

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