Berzy-le-Sec facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Berzy-le-Sec
|
|
|---|---|
|
Part of Bernoy-le-Château
|
|
Town hall and church
|
|
 Berzy-le-Sec
Location in France
Berzy-le-Sec
Location in Hauts-de-France
|
|
| Country | France |
| Region | Hauts-de-France |
| Department | Aisne |
| Arrondissement | Soissons |
| Canton | Soissons-2 |
| Commune | Bernoy-le-Château |
| Area
1
|
11.69 km2 (4.51 sq mi) |
| Population
(2021)
|
373 |
| • Density | 31.91/km2 (82.64/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
02200
|
| Elevation | 52–154 m (171–505 ft) (avg. 133 m or 436 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Berzy-le-Sec (pronounced like "bear-zee luh sek") was once a small town, or commune, in northern France. It was located in the Aisne department, which is part of the Hauts-de-France region.
On January 1, 2023, Berzy-le-Sec joined with another nearby town. It became part of a new, larger commune called Bernoy-le-Château. This means Berzy-le-Sec is no longer a separate commune on its own.
Contents
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services.
Why Do Communes Merge?
Sometimes, smaller communes decide to merge. This can happen for several reasons.
- Better Services: Merging can help them offer better services to their citizens. They can share resources and costs.
- Stronger Together: A larger commune might have more power. It can get more funding from the government.
- Easier Management: It can simplify local administration. This makes it easier to manage the area.
Berzy-le-Sec joined with Bernoy-le-Château to form a new, combined community.
Location and Geography
Berzy-le-Sec is situated in a beautiful part of France. It is in the Aisne department. This area is known for its rolling hills and green landscapes.
The town is near the city of Soissons. Soissons is a historic city with a rich past. It has been important since Roman times.
Elevation and Area
Berzy-le-Sec sits at an elevation of about 133 meters (around 436 feet) above sea level. The lowest point in the area is 52 meters (171 feet). The highest point reaches 154 meters (505 feet).
The total area of Berzy-le-Sec was 11.69 square kilometers. This is about 4.5 square miles. It was a small but charming place.
Population Over Time
Before it merged, Berzy-le-Sec had a population of 373 people in 2021. The number of people living there has changed over the years.
- In 1962, there were 427 residents.
- By 1999, the population was 395.
- In 2008, it was 394 people.
The population stayed fairly stable over many decades.
See also
In Spanish: Berzy-le-Sec para niños
