# Rivalba > Italian comune **Wikidata**: [Q10221](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q10221) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rivalba) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/rivalba ## Summary Rivalba is an Italian comune located in the Metropolitan City of Turin within the Piedmont region of Northern Italy. Formerly part of the Province of Turin until 2015, it is a small municipality with a population of approximately 1,174 to 1,193 residents. The entity is geographically defined by coordinates at latitude 45.11835 and longitude 7.888125. ## Key Facts * **Entity Type:** Italian comune (municipal division of Italy). * **Country:** Italy (Repubblica Italiana). * **Current Administrative Division:** Metropolitan City of Turin (inception: 2015). * **Former Administrative Division:** Province of Turin (active 1859–2015). * **Region:** Piedmont, Northern Italy. * **Coordinates:** 45.11835° N, 7.888125° E. * **Population:** Recorded values include 1,174, 1,193, and 1,138. * **Official Website:** http://www.comune.rivalba.to.it/ * **Wikidata ID:** Q38 (Country context), specific entity ID implied via sitelinks. * **Wikipedia Title:** Rivalba. * **Sitelink Count:** 55 total links across languages. * **Related Entities:** San Rocco (a related entity within the same country context). * **Classification:** Municipal division of Italy (Thing). ## FAQs **What is the administrative history of Rivalba?** Rivalba was historically part of the Province of Turin, which existed from 1859 until 2015. Following the administrative reorganization in 2015, it became part of the Metropolitan City of Turin. **Where is Rivalba located geographically?** The comune is situated in the Piedmont region of Northern Italy, specifically within the Metropolitan City of Turin. Its precise geographic coordinates are latitude 45.11835 and longitude 7.888125. **What is the population size of Rivalba?** The population of Rivalba fluctuates slightly in recorded data, with specific figures cited as 1,174, 1,193, and 1,138. These numbers reflect its status as a small municipality within the Italian system. **How can one access official information about Rivalba?** Official information and municipal services are accessible through the comune's dedicated website at http://www.comune.rivalba.to.it/. The entity is also documented on Wikipedia under the title "Rivalba." ## Why It Matters Rivalba serves as a fundamental administrative unit within the Italian local government structure, representing the grassroots level of governance in the Piedmont region. As a comune, it manages local affairs, civil registry, and community services for its residents, contributing to the broader stability and organization of the Metropolitan City of Turin. Its existence highlights the continuity of Italian municipal history, transitioning from the historic Province of Turin to the modern Metropolitan City system in 2015. For researchers and data systems, Rivalba provides a specific data point for demographic analysis and geographic mapping within Northern Italy, linking local governance to national frameworks. ## Notable For * **Administrative Transition:** Successfully transitioning from the Province of Turin to the Metropolitan City of Turin in 2015. * **Geographic Specificity:** Defined by precise coordinates (45.11835, 7.888125) within the Piedmont region. * **Digital Presence:** Maintains an official municipal website and holds 55 Wikipedia sitelinks across various languages. * **Demographic Profile:** Represents a small-scale population center with recorded figures between 1,138 and 1,193. * **Regional Context:** Located in the same country (Italy) and region as the notable entity San Rocco. ## Body ### Administrative Structure and Location Rivalba is classified as an Italian comune, which serves as the basic administrative division of Italy. It is currently situated within the Metropolitan City of Turin, a metropolitan city located in the Piedmont region of Northern Italy. This administrative status was established in 2015, marking a shift from its previous affiliation with the Province of Turin. The Province of Turin was a former administrative division that operated from 1859 until 2015. The entity is part of the broader category of municipal divisions of Italy, sharing this classification with 60 other related entities in the knowledge base. ### Geographic and Demographic Data The comune is geographically positioned at latitude 45.11835 and longitude 7.888125. These coordinates place it firmly within the Northern Italian landscape. Demographic records for Rivalba indicate a small population, with specific data points listing the number of residents as 1,174, 1,193, and 1,138. These figures underscore its status as a minor municipality within the larger metropolitan framework. The entity is linked to the country of Italy, which is identified by the Wikidata item Q38 and has a significant number of sitelinks (404) in the knowledge graph. ### Digital Presence and Identification Rivalba maintains a digital footprint through its official website, accessible at http://www.comune.rivalba.to.it/. This domain serves as the primary source for local information and municipal services. In the context of global knowledge bases, the entity is associated with the Wikipedia title "Rivalba" and has a total sitelink count of 55, indicating its presence across multiple language editions. The entity is also connected to the broader "Italian comune" classification, which encompasses 60 related municipal divisions. ### Related Entities and Context Within the same national context (Italy), Rivalba is associated with other entities such as San Rocco. Both entities share the country identifier Q38 and are part of the extensive network of Italian municipalities. The knowledge base notes a sitelink count of 5 for San Rocco, similar to the 5 sitelinks noted for Rivalba in specific contexts, though the total for Rivalba is higher at 55. These connections highlight the interconnected nature of Italian local governance and the data structures used to represent them. ### Historical and Political Context The administrative evolution of Rivalba mirrors the broader changes in Italian governance. The transition from the Province of Turin (1859–2015) to the Metropolitan City of Turin (inception 2015) reflects a modernization of local administration. This change occurred within the framework of the Italian Republic, which was established on June 18, 1946, following a constitutional referendum. The Kingdom of Italy, which preceded the republic, was proclaimed on March 17, 1861. Rivalba operates under the Constitution of Italy and is subject to the laws and regulations governing the Piedmont region and the Metropolitan City of Turin. ## References 1. Virtual International Authority File 2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 3. [Popolazione Residente al 1° Gennaio 2018. Italian National Institute of Statistics](http://demo.istat.it/pop2018/index3.html) 4. [Popolazione Residente al 1° Gennaio 2017. Italian National Institute of Statistics](http://demo.istat.it/pop2017/index3.html) 5. [Source](https://demo.istat.it/?l=it) 6. GeoNames 7. [Superficie di Comuni Province e Regioni italiane al 9 ottobre 2011. Italian National Institute of Statistics](https://www.istat.it/it/archivio/156224) 8. Wiki Loves Monuments Italia 9. Seismic classification in Italy 10. [Source](https://rischi.protezionecivile.gov.it/it/sismico/attivita/classificazione-sismica)