Asques, Tarn-et-Garonne facts for kids
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Asques
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 Asques
Location in France
Asques
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France |
| Region | Occitanie |
| Department | Tarn-et-Garonne |
| Arrondissement | Castelsarrasin |
| Canton | Lavit |
| Intercommunality | Lomagne Tarn-et-Garonnaise |
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10.61 km2 (4.10 sq mi) |
| Population
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130 |
| • Density | 12.3/km2 (31.7/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
82004 /82120
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| Elevation | 80–187 m (262–614 ft) (avg. 230 m or 750 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Asques is a small commune located in southern France. It is part of the Tarn-et-Garonne department and the Midi-Pyrénées region. A commune is like a local town or village area, with its own local government.
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What is Asques Like?
Asques is a quiet place with a small population. In 2006, about 130 people lived there. It covers an area of 10.61 square kilometers. That's about 4 square miles.
Where is Asques Located?
Asques is in the Tarn-et-Garonne department. This department is known for its beautiful countryside. The commune is part of the Midi-Pyrénées region, which is a larger area in France.
How High is Asques?
The land in Asques varies in height. The lowest point is 80 meters (about 262 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 187 meters (about 613 feet). The average height is around 230 meters (about 755 feet).
Who Leads Asques?
Like all communes in France, Asques has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They help manage the town and its services.
Who Was the Mayor of Asques?
From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Asques was Alain Falgayras. Mayors are elected by the people living in the commune. They serve for a specific term, which is a set period of time.
What is Intercommunality?
Asques is part of something called "Lomagne Tarn-et-Garonnaise." This is an "intercommunality." It means that Asques works together with other nearby communes. They share resources and services. This helps them manage things like waste collection or public transport more efficiently.
See also
In Spanish: Asques (Tarn y Garona) para niños
