29
Townlands
938
Registros censales
202
Hogares
2
Años del censo
- Personas
- 500
- Hogares
- 107
- Personas
- 438 -12.4%
- Hogares
- 95 -11.2%
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Abbeylara is a small village and civil parish situated in County Longford in the midlands of Ireland. Located in the northwestern section of the county, the settlement sits within the broader landscape of the Irish Midlands, characterized by gentle rolling terrain, agricultural land, and scattered woodlands typical of this region. The village itself is modest in scale, serving as a local center for the surrounding rural community. Its position within County Longford places it among the quieter, less densely populated areas of the province of Leinster, where traditional rural Irish life continues to predominate.
The area has deep historical roots dating back centuries. The village's name derives from an abbey that once stood in the locality, reflecting the religious significance the site held during medieval times. Like many Irish villages, Abbeylara has its origins intertwined with monastic settlement and the influence of the Catholic Church on Irish society. Over subsequent centuries, the parish developed as an agricultural community, with the rhythms of farming and local traditions shaping the character of the village and its surrounding townlands.
Abbeylara gained broader public attention in 2000 following a significant and tragic incident involving the death of a local farmer, which led to considerable controversy regarding police procedures and the handling of the case. This event brought the quiet village into national focus and raised questions about law enforcement practices in Ireland. The incident and its aftermath remain remembered as a notable moment in the village's modern history and had lasting impacts on discussions about civil liberties and policing in the country.
For its residents, Abbeylara serves as the social and administrative heart of the local parish, hosting community gatherings, religious observances, and local services. The village represents the kind of small rural settlement that forms the backbone of Irish provincial life, where community bonds and local knowledge remain important. Despite its small size and remote location relative to Ireland's major urban centers, Abbeylara maintains cultural and social significance for the families and farmers who call the area home.
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- Condado
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Jurisdicción
República de Irlanda
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Años del censo
1901, 1911
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Townlands
29 townlands registradas
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- Distrito
- Abbeylara
- Condado
- Longford
- Irlandés
- An Longfort
- Jurisdicción
- República de Irlanda
Registros censales
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