Hinojal is a municipality in the province of Cáceres, within the autonomous community of Extremadura, Spain. It is located in the western-central part of the Iberian Peninsula, in a region known for its rural landscapes and historic towns.
According to the 2005 census conducted by the Instituto Nacional de Estadística (INE), Hinojal had a population of 431 inhabitants. This small population reflects the municipality's character as a sparsely populated rural community typical of parts of Extremadura.
As a municipality, Hinojal holds administrative status within the province of Cáceres, meaning it has its own local government and is recognized as a distinct entity for census and administrative purposes. No further notable characteristics are documented in the available source material.