Belvès-de-Castillon facts for kids
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Belvès-de-Castillon
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 Belvès-de-Castillon
Location in France
Belvès-de-Castillon
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Gironde |
| Arrondissement | Libourne |
| Canton | Les Coteaux de Dordogne |
| Intercommunality | Grand Saint-Émilionnais |
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6.61 km2 (2.55 sq mi) |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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335 |
| • Density | 50.68/km2 (131.26/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33045 /33350
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| Elevation | 13–102 m (43–335 ft) (avg. 81 m or 266 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Belvès-de-Castillon is a small and charming commune in France. It is located in the southwest part of the country. This area is known as the region of Aquitaine.
Belvès-de-Castillon is part of the Gironde department. This department is famous for its beautiful landscapes. It is also known for its rich history.
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Discovering Belvès-de-Castillon
Belvès-de-Castillon is a quiet place. It offers a glimpse into French rural life. The commune is part of a larger area called an arrondissement. This one is named Libourne.
Where is Belvès-de-Castillon?
The commune is situated in the Gironde department. This department is in the Aquitaine region. Aquitaine is in the southwest of France. It is near the city of Bordeaux.
The coordinates for Belvès-de-Castillon are 44.8794 degrees north and 0.03 degrees west. This helps us pinpoint its exact location on a map.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or a small village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage local services.
Belvès-de-Castillon is one of many communes in France. It has a population of about 335 people. This number was recorded in January 2019.
Local Government and Leadership
The mayor of Belvès-de-Castillon helps run the commune. The mayor is like the leader of the town. They make decisions for the local community.
From 2008 to 2014, Daniel Fenelon was the mayor. Mayors are elected by the people. They work to improve the lives of the residents.
What is an Arrondissement?
An arrondissement is a larger administrative area. It groups several communes together. Belvès-de-Castillon belongs to the Libourne arrondissement. This helps organize local government.
What is a Canton?
A canton is another type of administrative division. It is smaller than an arrondissement. It helps with elections and local services. Belvès-de-Castillon is in the canton of Les Coteaux de Dordogne.
Geography and Landscape
Belvès-de-Castillon covers an area of 6.61 square kilometers. This is about 2.55 square miles. The land here has varying heights.
The lowest point in the commune is 13 meters above sea level. The highest point is 102 meters. The average elevation is 81 meters. This means it has some hills and valleys.
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A view of Belvès-de-Castillon.
