Velo, Greece
In this article we will explore the impact of Velo, Greece on today's society. Since its emergence, Velo, Greece has captured the attention of academics, experts and the general public, generating debates and reflections on its relevance in various fields. Throughout history, Velo, Greece has played a crucial role in shaping different aspects of everyday life, from politics and economics to culture and entertainment. In this sense, it is essential to examine in depth the role that Velo, Greece has played and continues to play in society, as well as its possible implications for the future. Through comprehensive analysis, we will seek to better understand the reach and influence of Velo, Greece in the contemporary world, as well as the potential prospects and challenges it poses for the future.
Velo
Βέλο | |
|---|---|
  Velo Location within the regional unit  | |
| Coordinates: 37°58′N 22°47′E / 37.967°N 22.783°E | |
| Country | Greece |
| Administrative region | Peloponnese |
| Regional unit | Corinthia |
| Municipality | Velo-Vocha |
| Area | |
| • Municipal unit | 77.0 km2 (29.7 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 20 m (70 ft) |
| Population | |
| • Municipal unit | 7,727 |
| • Municipal unit density | 100/km2 (260/sq mi) |
| • Community | 2,997 |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (EET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+3 (EEST) |
| Postal code | 200 02 |
| Area code(s) | 27420 |
| Vehicle registration | ΚΡ |
Velo (Greek: Βέλο) is a town and a former municipality in Corinthia, Peloponnese, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Velo-Vocha, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 76.952 km2. It is situated on the Gulf of Corinth coast, about 15 km west from Corinth, and 5 km southeast of Kiato. Greek National Road 8, the old Corinth-Patras highway, passes through the town.
The community has an elementary school, a secondary school, a semi-professional soccer team named Ellas Velou and a square called 'Liberty square'.
Subdivisions
The municipal unit Velo is subdivided into the following communities (constituent villages in brackets):
Historical population
| Year | Town population | Municipality population |
|---|---|---|
| 1981 | 949 | - |
| 1991 | 1,086 | 8,200 |
| 2001 | 3,041 | 8,211 |
| 2011 | 3,203 | 8,061 |
| 2021 | 2,997 | 7,727 |
Notable people
- Stathis Psaltis, actor
- Alexis Kougias, lawyer
- Tryfon Papoutsis, actor
See also
References
- ^ "Αποτελέσματα Απογραφής Πληθυσμού - Κατοικιών 2021, Μόνιμος Πληθυσμός κατά οικισμό" [Results of the 2021 Population - Housing Census, Permanent population by settlement] (in Greek). Hellenic Statistical Authority. 29 March 2024.
- ^ "ΦΕΚ B 1292/2010, Kallikratis reform municipalities" (in Greek). Government Gazette.
- ^ "Population & housing census 2001 (incl. area and average elevation)" (PDF) (in Greek). National Statistical Service of Greece.
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