Beauval, Somme facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Beauval
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The town centre of Beauval
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 Beauval
Location in France
Beauval
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Somme | |
| Arrondissement | Amiens | |
| Canton | Doullens | |
| Intercommunality | CC Territoire Nord Picardie | |
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22.56 km2 (8.71 sq mi) | |
| Population
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2,036 | |
| • Density | 90.25/km2 (233.74/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
80071 /80630
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| Elevation | 67–164 m (220–538 ft) (avg. 116 m or 381 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. | ||
Beauval is a small town, also known as a commune, located in northern France. It is part of the Somme department in the Hauts-de-France region. In January 2019, about 2,036 people lived there. Beauval is known for its quiet, rural setting.
Where is Beauval?
Beauval is found in the northern part of France. It is part of the Somme department, which is named after the Somme River. This area is known for its green landscapes and farming. The Hauts-de-France region is one of the largest regions in France.
Location Details
Beauval is specifically located in the Amiens arrondissement and the Doullens canton. These are smaller administrative areas within the department. The town's exact coordinates are 50.1064 degrees north and 2.3303 degrees east.
About the Town
Beauval covers an area of about 22.56 square kilometers (which is about 8.7 square miles). The land in Beauval is mostly flat or gently rolling. Its elevation, or height above sea level, ranges from 67 meters (about 220 feet) to 164 meters (about 538 feet). The average elevation is around 116 meters (about 381 feet).
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Beauval has a mayor who leads the local government. The mayor helps manage the town's daily life and services for its residents. From 2001 to 2008, Pierre Lucas served as the mayor of Beauval. The commune is also part of a group of towns called the CC Territoire Nord Picardie. This group works together on projects that benefit all the towns in the area.
Images for kids
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A view of the town centre of Beauval.
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The local church in Beauval.
