# Salandra > Italian comune **Wikidata**: [Q52330](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q52330) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salandra) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/salandra ## Summary Salandra is an Italian comune located in the province of Matera within the country of Italy. It is a human settlement characterized by specific geographic coordinates and a population that has fluctuated between approximately 2,500 and 2,800 in recent recorded years. The entity is administratively classified as a municipal division of Italy and maintains an official municipal website. ## Key Facts * **Classification:** Italian comune and human settlement. * **Administrative Location:** Province of Matera, Italy. * **Country:** Italy (Officially the Italian Republic). * **Coordinates:** Latitude 40.533333333333, Longitude 16.31666667. * **Population Records:** 2,796; 2,745; and 2,523 (specific census years not provided in source). * **Official Website:** http://www.comune.salandra.mt.it/ * **Wikidata ID:** Q38 (shared with Italy, context implies Salandra is a sub-entity). * **Wikipedia Title:** Salandra. * **Sitelink Count:** 45 (indicating the number of language versions of its Wikipedia article). * **Local Settlement:** Includes the locality of Montagnola. * **Parent Category:** comune of Italy (municipal divisions). * **Country Code:** Italy (ISO 3166-1 alpha-2: IT; alpha-3: ITA). ## FAQs **Where is Salandra located geographically and administratively?** Salandra is situated in the province of Matera, which is part of the country of Italy in Southern Europe. It is classified specifically as a "comune," which is the basic level of local administrative division in the Italian system. **What is the population size of Salandra?** The recorded population figures for Salandra vary across different data points, showing values of 2,796, 2,745, and 2,523. These figures indicate a small human settlement with a population generally hovering around 2,500 to 2,800 residents. **How can one access official information about Salandra?** Official information and municipal services for the comune can be accessed through its dedicated website at http://www.comune.salandra.mt.it/. Additionally, the entity is documented on Wikipedia under the title "Salandra" with 45 language sitelinks available. **What specific localities are part of Salandra?** The comune includes the specific human settlement known as Località Montagnola. This locality is recognized as a distinct part of the Salandra administrative area within Italy. ## Why It Matters Salandra serves as a fundamental administrative unit within the Italian Republic, contributing to the decentralized governance structure of the province of Matera. As a "comune," it represents the primary interface between the state and local citizens, managing municipal affairs, local infrastructure, and community services. Its existence is significant for maintaining the demographic and cultural continuity of the Basilicata region, preserving local identity through its specific settlements like Montagnola. For researchers and data systems, Salandra acts as a specific node in the network of Italian municipalities, providing granular data on population trends and geographic distribution in Southern Italy. ## Notable For * **Administrative Status:** Being a recognized "comune" within the Italian municipal system. * **Geographic Specificity:** Defined by precise coordinates (40.5333° N, 16.3167° E) within the province of Matera. * **Local Settlement:** Containing the distinct locality of Montagnola. * **Digital Presence:** Maintaining an official municipal domain (comune.salandra.mt.it) and a Wikipedia entry with 45 language versions. * **Demographic Profile:** Representing a small-scale human settlement with a population range between 2,500 and 2,800. * **Regional Context:** Functioning as a constituent part of the broader Italian state and the province of Matera. ## Body ### Administrative and Geographic Identity Salandra is defined primarily as an Italian comune, a term denoting a municipality in Italy. It falls under the jurisdiction of the province of Matera, which is located in the southern part of the country. The entity is geographically pinpointed at latitude 40.533333333333 and longitude 16.316666666667. Within its administrative boundaries, Salandra encompasses the human settlement known as Località Montagnola. The entity is categorized under the broader class of "comune of Italy," which represents the municipal divisions of the nation. As a sub-entity of Italy, it shares the country's international identifiers, including the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code "IT" and the alpha-3 code "ITA." ### Demographics and Population Data The population of Salandra is recorded with specific numerical values in the available data, showing figures of 2,796, 2,745, and 2,523. These numbers reflect the demographic scale of the comune, classifying it as a small human settlement. The data does not specify the exact years for these counts, but they provide a snapshot of the resident population size. The population is contained within the specific geographic coordinates and administrative borders of the province of Matera. ### Digital and Informational Presence Salandra maintains a distinct digital footprint through its official website, located at http://www.comune.salandra.mt.it/. This domain serves as the primary online portal for municipal information and services. The entity is also well-documented in the global knowledge base, evidenced by its Wikipedia article titled "Salandra." This article has achieved a sitelink count of 45, indicating its presence in 45 different language versions of Wikipedia. In the Wikidata ecosystem, the entity is linked to the broader context of Italy and is recognized as a specific instance of a human settlement. ### Local Settlements and Components A notable component of the Salandra comune is the locality of Montagnola. This area is classified as a human settlement within Italy and is directly associated with the Salandra administrative unit. The inclusion of Montagnola highlights the internal structure of the comune, which may consist of the main town and surrounding hamlets or districts. This relationship is part of the larger network of "comune of Italy" entities, of which there are over 60 in the referenced dataset context. ### National Context and Relations As part of Italy, Salandra inherits the national characteristics of the Italian Republic. Italy is a sovereign state and parliamentary republic in Southern Europe, with its capital in Rome. The country was established as a republic on June 18, 1946, following a constitutional referendum, though the Kingdom of Italy was proclaimed earlier on March 17, 1861. Italy covers an area of 302,068 square kilometers and uses the Euro as its currency. The nation is a founding member of the European Union and a member of NATO, the G7, and the G20. Salandra's existence is thus framed within this extensive national framework, utilizing Italian infrastructure, legal systems, and cultural norms. The country's official language is Italian, and it shares borders with France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia. ## References 1. Virtual International Authority File 2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 3. MusicBrainz 4. Italian National Institute of Statistics 5. [Popolazione Residente al 1° Gennaio 2018. Italian National Institute of Statistics](http://demo.istat.it/pop2018/index3.html) 6. [Source](https://demo.istat.it/?l=it) 7. GeoNames 8. [Superficie di Comuni Province e Regioni italiane al 9 ottobre 2011. Italian National Institute of Statistics](https://www.istat.it/it/archivio/156224) 9. Wiki Loves Monuments Italia 10. Seismic classification in Italy 11. [Source](https://rischi.protezionecivile.gov.it/it/sismico/attivita/classificazione-sismica)