32
Townlands
1,291
Registres de recensement
205
Foyers
2
Années de recensement
- Personnes
- 652
- Foyers
- 104
- Personnes
- 639 -2%
- Foyers
- 101 -2.9%
À propos
Mealagh is a small rural district located in County Cork in the southwestern region of Ireland. It sits in the western part of the county, characterized by the rolling hills and pastoral landscapes typical of this part of Munster. The area is part of the broader West Cork region, known for its rural character, farming communities, and proximity to the Atlantic coastline. The landscape consists primarily of agricultural land, with small villages and scattered settlements connected by country roads. The district lies within an area of considerable natural beauty, with access to both inland countryside and the nearby coastal regions that define much of West Cork's geography.
The history of Mealagh, like much of rural Cork, is rooted in agricultural traditions and small-scale settlement patterns that developed over centuries. The area would have been shaped by the broader historical forces affecting Ireland, including periods of Gaelic dominance, Anglo-Norman influence, and later colonial administration. The district reflects the typical settlement patterns of Irish rural areas, with local communities centered around townlands and small villages rather than large urban centers. Place names in the area often carry Irish language origins, reflecting the region's linguistic and cultural heritage.
Today, Mealagh remains a working agricultural community where farming continues to play an important role in the local economy and way of life. The district is relatively quiet and undeveloped compared to urban areas, maintaining its rural character. Like many small rural areas in Ireland, it has experienced the broader demographic trends affecting countryside communities, including population changes and the challenge of maintaining local services. The area serves as part of the fabric of West Cork's communities, contributing to the region's agricultural output and maintaining traditional patterns of rural Irish life.
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République d'Irlande
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Années de recensement
1901, 1911
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