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Bidos
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Location in France
Bidos
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Pyrénées-Atlantiques |
| Arrondissement | Oloron-Sainte-Marie |
| Canton | Oloron-Sainte-Marie-1 |
| Intercommunality | Haut Béarn |
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1.36 km2 (0.53 sq mi) |
| Population
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1,109 |
| • Density | 815/km2 (2,112/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
64126 /64400
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| Elevation | 213–267 m (699–876 ft) (avg. 228 m or 748 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Bidos is a small commune located in the southwestern part of France. It is found within the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department. A commune is like a local town or village area in France, with its own local government.
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What is Bidos?
Bidos is a French commune, which means it is a local administrative area. It is similar to a town or a small district. Communes are the smallest divisions of local government in France. They help manage local services and represent the people living there.
Where is Bidos Located?
Bidos is situated in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department. This department is in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of southwestern France. The area is known for its beautiful landscapes, including the nearby Pyrenees mountains.
Geography of Bidos
The commune of Bidos covers an area of about 1.36 square kilometers. Its elevation, or height above sea level, ranges from 213 meters to 267 meters. The average elevation is around 228 meters. This means it is located in a relatively low-lying area, but with some gentle slopes.
Who Lives in Bidos?
As of January 2019, the population of Bidos was 1,109 people. This makes it a small community. The people who live in Bidos are called its residents or inhabitants.
Local Government in Bidos
Like all French communes, Bidos has a local government. This government is led by a mayor. The mayor of Bidos is Françoise Assad, who has been serving since 2020 and will continue until 2026. The mayor and the local council work together to make decisions for the community.
