Arquèves facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Arquèves
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Country | France |
Region | Hauts-de-France |
Department | Somme |
Arrondissement | Amiens |
Canton | Acheux-en-Amiénois |
Intercommunality | Communauté de communes du Pays du Coquelicot |
Area
1
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7.64 km2 (2.95 sq mi) |
Population
(2006)
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151 |
• Density | 19.76/km2 (51.19/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
INSEE/Postal code |
80028 /80560
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Elevation | 100–152 m (328–499 ft) (avg. 153 m or 502 ft) |
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. |
Arquèves is a small and charming commune (which is like a local town or village area) located in the Somme department. You can find it in the Hauts-de-France region, which is in northern France.
In 2006, about 151 people called Arquèves their home. It's a quiet place, perfect for those who enjoy a peaceful environment.
Discovering Arquèves
Arquèves is part of the Somme department, a region known for its history and beautiful landscapes. This area is in the northern part of France, close to other European countries.
Where is Arquèves?
Arquèves is situated in the Hauts-de-France region. This region is one of the 18 administrative regions of France. It's known for its rich agricultural land and historical sites. The village itself is located at coordinates 50°04′21″N 2°28′10″E / 50.0725°N 2.4694°E, which helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
Life in Arquèves
Life in Arquèves is typical of a small French village. The area is mostly rural, meaning there are lots of fields and open spaces. The land area of Arquèves is about 7.64 square kilometers. The elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 100 meters to 152 meters, with an average of 153 meters. This means it has some gentle hills.
Who Leads Arquèves?
Like all communes in France, Arquèves has a mayor who helps run the local government. The mayor's job is to look after the needs of the people living in the commune. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Arquèves was Christophe Deloraine. The commune is also part of a larger group called the Communauté de communes du Pays du Coquelicot, which helps different communes work together on bigger projects.
See also
In Spanish: Arquèves para niños