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Bertincourt
Coat of arms of Bertincourt
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Bertincourt is located in France
Bertincourt
Bertincourt
Location in France
Bertincourt is located in Hauts-de-France
Bertincourt
Bertincourt
Location in Hauts-de-France
Country France
Region Hauts-de-France
Department Pas-de-Calais
Arrondissement Arras
Canton Bertincourt
Intercommunality Canton of Bertincourt
Area
1
7.58 km2 (2.93 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
886
 • Density 116.89/km2 (302.7/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
62117 /62124
Elevation 92–133 m (302–436 ft)
(avg. 126 m or 413 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Bertincourt is a small town, or "commune," located in the northern part of France. It is found in the Pas-de-Calais department, which is part of the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region. Think of a commune as a local area with its own government, similar to a small city or town.

Where is Bertincourt Located?

Bertincourt is situated in northern France. It's in the Pas-de-Calais department. This area is known for its history and is close to the border with Belgium.

What are its Coordinates?

You can find Bertincourt on a map using its coordinates: 50.0864 degrees north and 2.9811 degrees east. These numbers help pinpoint its exact location on Earth.

How High is Bertincourt?

The land in Bertincourt is mostly flat, but it does have some small changes in height. The lowest point is about 92 meters (around 302 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches about 133 meters (around 436 feet). The average height of the town is 126 meters (about 413 feet).

Who is in Charge of Bertincourt?

Like any town, Bertincourt has people who help run it. These people are elected by the citizens.

Who is the Mayor?

The mayor of Bertincourt is a person named Jean-Marie Plessiet. The mayor is like the leader of the town. They help make decisions and manage local services. Mr. Plessiet served as mayor from 2008 to 2014.

What is an Intercommunality?

Bertincourt is also part of something called an "intercommunality." This means it works together with other nearby communes in the Canton of Bertincourt. They share resources and services to benefit everyone in the area.

How Many People Live in Bertincourt?

Knowing the population helps us understand the size of a commune.

What is the Population?

According to a count from 1999, about 886 people lived in Bertincourt. This makes it a smaller commune. The number of people living in a place can change over time.

How Big is the Area?

Bertincourt covers an area of about 7.58 square kilometers (around 2.93 square miles). This gives you an idea of how much land the commune takes up.

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