Malta
Demographics of Malta
Malta is the most densely populated country in the EU and one of the most densely populated countries in the world, with about 1,265 inhabitants per square kilometre (3,000 per square mile). This compares with about 32 per square kilometre (85 per square mile) for the United States. A census (held every 10 years) was held in November 2005.
Administrative divisions of Malta
Malta has had a system of local government since 1993, based on the European Charter of Local Self-Government. There are at present 68 local councils (54 in Malta and 14 in Gozo). Sixteen "hamlets", which form part of larger councils, have their own Administrative Committee.
Healthcare in Malta
Malta has an excellent standard of state funded healthcare. Medical staff are extremely well trained and healthcare in Malta is available free to all citizens and registered long-term residents. Private healthcare thrives in this country and co-exists with the state system.