Österbymo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Österbymo
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Former Österbymo Train Station. The rail tracks have been demolished.
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 Österbymo
Location in Östergötland
Österbymo
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Östergötland |
| County | Östergötland County |
| Municipality | Ydre Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.26 km2 (0.49 sq mi) |
| Population
(31 December 2020)
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| • Total | 900 |
| • Density | 710/km2 (1,850/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Österbymo is a small but important place in Sweden. It is a special kind of town called a locality. Österbymo is the main town, or seat, of the Ydre Municipality. This means it's where the local government of the municipality works.
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Discovering Österbymo
Österbymo is found in the beautiful Östergötland County. This county is in the southeastern part of Sweden. It is a quiet area with lots of nature. The town itself is not very big.
Where is Österbymo Located?
Österbymo is in the county of Östergötland. This region is known for its lakes and forests. It is a peaceful part of Sweden. The town is part of the larger Ydre Municipality.
What is a Municipal Seat?
A municipal seat is like the main office for a local government area. Think of it as the headquarters for the municipality. In Österbymo, this is where decisions are made for the Ydre Municipality. These decisions affect things like schools, roads, and local services.
A Small but Important Place
In 2010, about 834 people lived in Österbymo. By 2020, the population was around 900 people. Even though it is small, Österbymo holds a special record. It is the smallest municipal seat in all of Sweden. This makes it quite unique!
