Bellebat facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bellebat
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 Bellebat
Location in France
Bellebat
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Gironde |
| Arrondissement | Langon |
| Canton | L'Entre-Deux-Mers |
| Intercommunality | Targonnais |
| Area
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4.87 km2 (1.88 sq mi) |
| Population
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278 |
| • Density | 57.08/km2 (147.8/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33043 /33760
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| Elevation | 51–117 m (167–384 ft) (avg. 70 m or 230 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Bellebat is a small town, or commune, located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Aquitaine region and the Gironde department.
Discovering Bellebat
Bellebat is a quiet place in the French countryside. It is known for its peaceful setting. This commune is a great example of a small French village.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is like a small local government area. It is the smallest division of land for local rule. Each commune has its own mayor and council. They manage local services for the people living there.
Where is Bellebat Located?
Bellebat is found in the Gironde department. This area is in the Aquitaine region of southwest France. The commune is part of the Langon arrondissement and the L'Entre-Deux-Mers canton. Its coordinates are about 44.74 degrees North and 0.2156 degrees West.
The land in Bellebat is mostly flat or gently rolling. Its elevation, or height above sea level, is around 70 meters (about 230 feet). The lowest point is 51 meters, and the highest is 117 meters.
People and Leaders
As of January 2019, about 278 people lived in Bellebat. This makes it a very small community. The total area of the commune is 4.87 square kilometers (about 1.88 square miles).
The mayor of Bellebat is Alain Leveau. He was elected to serve from 2008 to 2014. The mayor helps lead the commune and makes decisions for its residents.
