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Ayencourt
Ayencourt is located in France
Ayencourt
Ayencourt
Location in France
Ayencourt is located in Hauts-de-France
Ayencourt
Ayencourt
Location in Hauts-de-France
Country France
Region Hauts-de-France
Department Somme
Arrondissement Montdidier
Canton Montdidier
Area
1
4.67 km2 (1.80 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
194
 • Density 41.54/km2 (107.6/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
80049 /80500
Elevation 60–97 m (197–318 ft)
(avg. 67 m or 220 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Ayencourt is a small commune located in northern France. It is part of the Somme department in the Hauts-de-France region. In 2006, about 194 people lived there, making it a very small village.

Discovering Ayencourt

Ayencourt is a quiet place in the French countryside. It is known as a "commune," which is like a local town or village area in France. These communes are the smallest parts of how France is divided up for local government.

Where is Ayencourt?

Ayencourt is found in the northern part of France. It is in the Somme department. The Somme department is famous for its history and beautiful landscapes. Ayencourt is also part of the larger Hauts-de-France region. This region is in the north of France, close to Belgium.

Life in Ayencourt

With a population of 194 people in 2006, Ayencourt is a very small community. Life in such a village is often peaceful. Residents might know each other well. Small communes like Ayencourt are important parts of French culture. They help keep local traditions alive.

What is a French Commune?

In France, a "commune" is the smallest unit of local government. It can be a big city or a tiny village like Ayencourt. Each commune has a mayor and a local council. They manage things like local roads, schools, and public services. Communes are a very old part of how France is organized.


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