Arques, Aveyron facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Arques
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 Arques
Location in France
Arques
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France |
| Region | Occitanie |
| Department | Aveyron |
| Arrondissement | Rodez |
| Canton | Pont-de-Salars |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Salars |
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11.29 km2 (4.36 sq mi) |
| Population
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123 |
| • Density | 10.89/km2 (28.22/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
12010 /12290
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| Elevation | 714–947 m (2,343–3,107 ft) (avg. 800 m or 2,600 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Arques is a small village and a commune located in the Aveyron department in the southern part of France. A commune is like a small town or village with its own local government. The Aveyron department is similar to a county or region.
Arques is situated in a beautiful area of France. It is known for its quiet charm. The village is part of the larger Occitanie region.
About Arques
Arques is a very small commune. In 2008, its population was 123 people. It covers an area of about 11.29 square kilometers. This is roughly 4.36 square miles.
Geography and Location
Arques is located in the Massif Central mountain range. Its elevation changes quite a bit. The lowest point is 714 meters (2,343 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 947 meters (3,107 feet). The average elevation is around 800 meters (2,625 feet).
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Arques has a mayor. The mayor helps run the local government. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Arques was Bernard Andrieu. The mayor and the local council make decisions for the community. They manage things like local services and public spaces.
Arques is part of the "Pays de Salars" intercommunality. This means it works with nearby communes. They cooperate on projects that benefit everyone. This could include things like waste management or tourism.
Images for kids
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The Town Hall
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Arques War Memorial
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The Church Tower with the Bronze Bell
See also
In Spanish: Arques (Aveyron) para niños
