Arrondissement of Alès facts for kids
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Arrondissement of Alès
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Alès in Gard
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| Country | France |
| Region | Occitanie |
| Department | Gard |
| Communes | 101 |
| Subprefecture | Alès |
| INSEE code | 301 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,321.6 km2 (510.3 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 151,823 |
| • Density | 114.878/km2 (297.533/sq mi) |
The Arrondissement of Alès is a special administrative area in France. It is part of the Gard department and the Occitanie region. Think of it like a district within a larger area. Its main city, or "capital," is Alès.
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What is the Arrondissement of Alès?
An arrondissement is a type of administrative division in France. It helps organize local government and services. The Arrondissement of Alès is one of these important areas. It is located in the Gard department, which is in the south of France.
A Quick Look at Alès Arrondissement
- Location: In the Gard department, Occitanie region.
- Capital City: Alès.
- Population: Around 151,823 people (as of 2014).
- Size: About 1,321.6 square kilometers (510.3 square miles).
History of Alès Arrondissement
The Gard department was created in 1800. At that time, the Arrondissement of Alès, then called Alais, was one of its first parts. It has been an important area in the region ever since.
Geography of Alès Arrondissement
The Arrondissement of Alès is the most northern district in the Gard department. It shares borders with other areas. To the north, it meets the Ardèche department. To the east, it borders the Nîmes Arrondissement. The Le Vigan Arrondissement is to its south. Finally, the Lozère department is to its west.
This arrondissement is the smallest in the Gard department by land area. However, it is the second largest in terms of how many people live there.
Cities and Towns in Alès Arrondissement
The Arrondissement of Alès includes many smaller towns and villages. These are called communes in France. There are 101 communes in total within this arrondissement.
Largest Communes by Population
Some communes are much larger than others. Here are the most populated ones in the Arrondissement of Alès:
| City/Town Name | Population (2014) |
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| Alès | 39,993 |
| Saint-Christol-lès-Alès | 6,951 |
| La Grand-Combe | 5,162 |
| Saint-Privat-des-Vieux | 5,083 |
| Saint-Martin-de-Valgalgues | 4,325 |
| Saint-Hilaire-de-Brethmas | 4,200 |
| Rousson | 3,967 |
| Anduze | 3,431 |
| Saint-Julien-les-Rosiers | 3,295 |
| Salindres | 3,229 |
| Saint-Ambroix | 3,176 |
See also
In Spanish: Distrito de Alès para niños
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Alès in Gard
