Baleix facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Baleix
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The road into Baleix
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 Baleix
Location in France
Baleix
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Pyrénées-Atlantiques |
| Arrondissement | Pau |
| Canton | Pays de Morlaàs et du Montanérès |
| Intercommunality | Luy-Gabas-Souye et Lées |
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6.47 km2 (2.50 sq mi) |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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143 |
| • Density | 22.10/km2 (57.24/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
64089 /64460
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| Elevation | 225–354 m (738–1,161 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. | |
Baleix is a small and charming commune in the southwestern part of France. It is located in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département, which is like a county or administrative area in France.
This peaceful village is known for its beautiful landscapes and quiet way of life. It's a great example of a traditional French commune.
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What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest administrative area. Think of it like a local town or village with its own government. Each commune has a mayor and a local council that makes decisions for the people living there.
Baleix's Location and Size
Baleix is situated in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. This area is famous for its stunning views, close to the Pyrenees mountains. The village itself covers an area of about 6.47 square kilometers (which is about 2.5 square miles).
The elevation of Baleix ranges from 225 meters (738 feet) to 354 meters (1,161 feet) above sea level. This means it has some gentle hills and varying terrain.
Population of Baleix
As of January 2019, Baleix had a population of 143 people. This makes it a very small and close-knit community. Small communes like Baleix often have a strong sense of local identity and community spirit.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Baleix has a mayor who leads the local government. The mayor is responsible for managing the commune's services and representing its residents.
The Mayor of Baleix
From 2008 to 2020, the mayor of Baleix was Vincent Roustaa. The mayor works with the local council to ensure the commune runs smoothly. They handle things like local roads, public spaces, and community events.
Baleix is also part of a larger group of communes called an "intercommunality." This group, named Luy-Gabas-Souye et Lées, helps different communes work together on bigger projects.
Images for kids
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Baleix Village
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In Baleix Village
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Baleix Landscape
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The Church of Saint-Martin
See also
In Spanish: Baleix para niños
