Uitwedens

Uitwedens is a fictional village in the Netherlands, used here to illustrate a typical encyclopedic entry. It is described as a rural community in the central part of the country, within the fictional municipality of Valbroek in the province of Utrecht.

The village sits on flat polder land near a small canal and farmland. It covers about 8 square kilometers and has an elevation just above sea level, protected by dikes and drainage systems. The built environment is a mix of farmhouses, small shops, and a compact town center with a church and post office.

Historically, Uitwedens is first mentioned in written records of 1542. Its development revolved around agriculture, especially dairy farming and crop production. The construction of a windmill in the 18th century helped drainage, and a regional road network formed in the 19th and 20th centuries connected the village to larger towns.

As of the latest edition, the population is around 1,150 residents. The community is predominantly Dutch, with a small number of international residents. The age structure is relatively balanced, with a sizable number of families and retirees.

The local economy depends on agriculture, small businesses, and rural tourism. Visitors come for cycling routes, nature reserves, and the historical windmill De Hoop. The village hosts an annual harvest festival and has a volunteer fire brigade and a local football club.

Education and transport: Uitwedens has one primary school; students attend secondary school in nearby towns. Public transport is provided by a regional bus line; the village is linked to larger rail services by a station about 12 kilometers away.