13
Townlands
1,119
Registres de recensement
250
Foyers
1
Année du recensement
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- 1,119
- Foyers
- 250
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Kilmood is a small district located in County Down in Northern Ireland, situated in the northeastern part of the island. The area forms part of the broader landscape of County Down, which is characterized by rolling countryside, agricultural land, and proximity to both inland and coastal features. The district's setting reflects the typical topography of this region, with fields and rural settlements that define much of the local environment. Like many parishes in County Down, Kilmood occupies a modest geographic footprint within the county's eastern territories.
The name Kilmood, like many Irish place names, has roots in the Irish language, with "Kil" typically referring to a church or monastic settlement. This linguistic heritage points to the area's early Christian history, as many Irish parishes developed around monastic foundations or early churches. The district reflects the broader historical pattern of County Down, which has been shaped by Irish, Norman, and Anglo-Norman influences over centuries. The area's development as a distinct parish reflects the administrative and ecclesiastical organization of Ireland that evolved through the medieval period and beyond.
Kilmood retains significance as a rural parish within County Down's local administrative and community structure. Like many small districts in the county, it serves as a focal point for local identity and community life, with the parish church often serving as a central institution. The area represents the pastoral and agricultural character that continues to define much of County Down's landscape and way of life. For residents and those with family connections to the district, Kilmood maintains its importance as a place of local heritage and belonging within the broader County Down community.
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Irlande du Nord
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Années de recensement
1911
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- Kilmood
- Comté
- Down
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- An Dún
- Juridiction
- Irlande du Nord
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