Bassanne facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bassanne
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 Bassanne
Location in France
Bassanne
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Gironde | |
| Arrondissement | Langon | |
| Canton | Le Réolais et Les Bastides | |
| Intercommunality | Pays d'Auros | |
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2.54 km2 (0.98 sq mi) | |
| Population
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131 | |
| • Density | 51.57/km2 (133.6/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33031 /33190
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| Elevation | 11–45 m (36–148 ft) (avg. 12 m or 39 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
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Bassanne is a small commune in the southwest of France. A commune is like a local town or village area with its own local government. Bassanne is located in the Gironde department, which is part of the region called Aquitaine.
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What is Bassanne?
Bassanne is a small community in France. It is officially known as a commune, which is the smallest type of local government area in France. Think of it like a small town or village and the land around it.
Where is Bassanne Located?
Bassanne is found in the southwestern part of France. It's in a department called Gironde. A department is similar to a county or a larger administrative area. Gironde is part of the Aquitaine region, which is one of the larger areas that make up France.
The village sits at an elevation of about 12 meters (around 39 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 11 meters, and its highest point is 45 meters. The total area of Bassanne is 2.54 square kilometers, which is about 0.98 square miles.
Who Leads Bassanne?
The local leader of Bassanne is called the mayor. The mayor's name is Gérard Loubet. He was elected to serve from 2008 to 2014. The mayor and the local council help manage the daily life and services for the people living in Bassanne.
How Many People Live There?
As of January 2019, about 131 people lived in Bassanne. This makes it a very small and quiet community.
Images for kids
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The town hall (Mairie) of Bassanne.
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The coat of arms for Bassens (Gironde), which is a different commune but often associated with Bassanne in some contexts.
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A robot image, used for general illustration.
