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Townlands
1,506
Registros censales
305
Hogares
2
Años del censo
- Personas
- 923
- Hogares
- 198
- Personas
- 583 -36.8%
- Hogares
- 107 -46%
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Castledermot is a small village located in County Kildare in the east-central region of Ireland, positioned in the southern part of the county. The landscape surrounding the village is typical of the Midlands, characterized by gently rolling terrain, agricultural land, and a network of rural roads. The village sits within the broader geography of Kildare, an area historically significant for its farming heritage and more recently for its proximity to major transport corridors linking Dublin and the south of Ireland. The River Greese flows nearby, contributing to the local hydrology of the region.
The village has considerable historical importance stretching back to medieval times. Castledermot was the site of an important Norman castle, and the settlement developed around this fortification, which gave the village its name. The area has roots extending even further back, with monastic establishments having existed in the locality during the early Christian period. Like many Irish villages, Castledermot experienced the various waves of historical change that shaped the Irish landscape, from Norman settlement through the Tudor and Stuart periods to the modern era.
Among Castledermot's notable features are the remains of its medieval heritage, including structures that reflect the village's past as a significant settlement. The village also contains a Catholic church, reflecting the religious composition of the local community. The village green and traditional street layout are characteristic of many rural Irish settlements. These elements contribute to the distinctive character of Castledermot and serve as reminders of its historical trajectory.
For the local community, Castledermot functions as a focal point for rural life in south Kildare. The village serves the surrounding agricultural hinterland and provides essential services and gathering places for residents. Like many small Irish villages, it faces the challenges and opportunities typical of rural communities in the twenty-first century, balancing the preservation of its heritage with adaptation to contemporary life. The sense of community identity and connection to the land remains important to those who live in and around the village.
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Jurisdicción
República de Irlanda
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Años del censo
1901, 1911
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Townlands
51 townlands registradas
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- Distrito
- Castledermot
- Condado
- Kildare
- Irlandés
- Cill Dara
- Jurisdicción
- República de Irlanda
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