# Ikast > town in Denmark **Wikidata**: [Q1021277](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1021277) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ikast) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/ikast ## Summary Ikast is a town located in the Central Denmark Region (Midtjylland) within the country of Denmark. Serving as the administrative capital of the Ikast-Brande Municipality since 2007, it is situated near the Storå river at an elevation of 81 meters above sea level. As of 2022, the town has a population of 15,979. ## Key Facts * **Location:** Ikast is situated in Midtjylland, Denmark, at coordinates 56.1356° latitude and 9.1547° longitude. * **Elevation:** The town sits 81 meters above sea level. * **Postal Code:** 7430. * **UN/LOCODE:** DKIKA. * **Danish Urban Area Code:** 18260. * **Timezone:** Observes UTC+01:00 (standard time) and UTC+02:00 (daylight saving time). * **Population:** * 2022: 15,979 * 2021: 15,783 * 2017: 15,462 * 2010: 14,847 * 2008: 14,714 * **Administrative Status:** Capital of Ikast-Brande Municipality (current) and former capital of Ikast Municipality. * **Geography:** The town is located in or next to the body of water known as Storå. * **Twin Towns:** Haparanda Municipality (Sweden), Kralupy nad Vltavou (Czech Republic), and Tornio (Finland). * **External Identifiers:** VIAF ID 186193029, Geonames ID 2619426, WOEID 554483, MusicBrainz Area ID 33b5dcf0-945e-4430-bd00-22743c546be9. ## FAQs **What is the administrative role of Ikast?** Ikast serves as the capital of the Ikast-Brande Municipality, a role it has held since January 1, 2007; previously, it was the capital of the Ikast Municipality. **How has the population of Ikast changed recently?** The town has seen steady population growth, rising from 14,714 residents in 2008 to 15,979 in 2022. **Where is Ikast located geographically?** Ikast is a town in Denmark situated in the Ikast-Brande Municipality of Midtjylland, located near the Storå river with an elevation of 81 meters. **Which international municipalities are twinned with Ikast?** Ikast is twinned with Haparanda Municipality in Sweden, Kralupy nad Vltavou in the Czech Republic, and Tornio in Finland. ## Why It Matters Ikast serves as a significant urban center within the Central Denmark Region, functioning as the administrative heart of the Ikast-Brande Municipality. Its consistent population growth over the last two decades indicates its status as a developing residential and economic hub. The town maintains a distinct international profile through its twin-town relationships with municipalities in Sweden, Finland, and the Czech Republic. Furthermore, its classification with a specific UN/LOCODE (DKIKA) highlights its relevance within logistic and trade networks. ## Notable For * **Administrative Hub:** Serving as the capital for both the current Ikast-Brande Municipality and the historic Ikast Municipality. * **Elevation:** Sitting at a notable elevation of 81 meters above sea level for a Danish town. * **International Relations:** Maintaining active sister-city agreements with three European municipalities: Haparanda, Kralupy nad Vltavou, and Tornio. * **Global Identifiers:** Possessing a wide array of international database IDs, including a UN/LOCODE (DKIKA) and a VIAF ID, facilitating global data integration. ## Body ### Geography and Setting Ikast is classified as a city (large human settlement) situated in the region of Midtjylland, Denmark. The town's precise coordinates are 56.1356 degrees North and 9.1547 degrees East. It is geographically distinguished by its proximity to the Storå, a significant body of water in the region. The elevation of the town is recorded at 81 meters above sea level. ### Demographics The population of Ikast has demonstrated a steady upward trajectory over the last two decades based on demographic balances: * **2008:** 14,714 * **2010:** 14,847 * **2017:** 15,462 * **2021:** 15,783 * **2022:** 15,979 ### Governance and Administrative History The administrative history of Ikast is defined by shifting municipal boundaries. Historically, the town was the capital of the Ikast Municipality. On January 1, 2007, structural reforms merged municipalities, establishing Ikast as the capital of the new Ikast-Brande Municipality. The town's administrative timeline includes: * **1842 – 1970:** Located in administrative entity Q109478309. * **1970 – 2007:** Located in and capital of Ikast Municipality. * **2007 – Present:** Located in and capital of Ikast-Brande Municipality. Ikast engages in municipal partnerships with three European localities: * **Haparanda Municipality** (Sweden) * **Kralupy nad Vltavou** (Czech Republic) * **Tornio** (Finland) ### Infrastructure and Coding Ikast is integrated into national and international logistical systems. It operates on the Central European Time zone (UTC+01:00 standard time; UTC+02:00 daylight saving time). Key location codes include: * **Postal Code:** 7430 * **UN/LOCODE:** DKIKA * **Danish Urban Area Code:** 18260 * **WOEID:** 554483 ### Digital and Cultural Presence The town maintains a presence across various global knowledge bases and media platforms. It is categorized under "Category:Ikast" on Wikimedia Commons and has a designated DR Topic ID. The entity is recognized in multiple linguistic Wikipedias, including English, German, French, and Danish, among others (totaling over 20 languages). Associated entities and people are categorized under "Category:People from Ikast, Denmark." Specific database identifiers for Ikast include: * **VIAF ID:** 186193029 * **Geonames ID:** 2619426 * **MusicBrainz Area ID:** 33b5dcf0-945e-4430-bd00-22743c546be9 * **Worldcat Entities ID:** E39PBJkT8Wx73TGVwyPRBHH9jC * **Archinform Location ID:** 5978 * **GNS Unique Feature ID:** -2744633 * **Who's On First ID:** 101805707 ## References 1. Virtual International Authority File 2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 3. MusicBrainz 4. [Source](http://www.statistikbanken.dk/BY1) 5. Flickr Shapefiles Public Dataset 2.0 6. GeoNames 7. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/dk.htm) 8. Quora 9. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)