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Bellinghem
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The town hall and school in Herbelles
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 Bellinghem
Location in France
Bellinghem
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France |
| Region | Hauts-de-France |
| Department | Pas-de-Calais |
| Arrondissement | Saint-Omer |
| Canton | Fruges |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Saint-Omer |
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7.74 km2 (2.99 sq mi) |
| Population
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1,087 |
| • Density | 140.44/km2 (363.7/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
62471 /62129
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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. | |
Bellinghem is a small town, also known as a commune, located in northern France. It is part of the Pas-de-Calais department. This town was created on September 1, 2016. It was formed by joining two older towns: Herbelles and Inghem.
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About Bellinghem
Bellinghem is a relatively new commune. It was officially established in 2016. The name "Bellinghem" combines parts of the names of the two former communes. This merger helped to bring the communities of Herbelles and Inghem together.
Where is Bellinghem?
Bellinghem is situated in the northern part of France. It is in the Pas-de-Calais department. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history. The town is located within the Saint-Omer arrondissement.
How is Bellinghem governed?
Like other communes in France, Bellinghem has a mayor. The mayor helps to manage the town's daily life. They work with a local council to make decisions. These decisions are about things like schools, roads, and public services. The current mayor is Françoise Vasseur. She was elected for the term from 2020 to 2026.
What is a commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It is like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage local affairs for the people living there. Bellinghem is one of many communes in France.
What is a department?
A department in France is a larger administrative area. It is similar to a county or a state in other countries. The Pas-de-Calais department is one of 101 departments in France. It is located in the Hauts-de-France region.
Population and Area
Bellinghem covers an area of about 7.74 square kilometers. As of 2021, the town had a population of 1,087 people. This makes it a small but active community. The population figures help us understand the size of the town.
