Birac, Gironde facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Birac
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 Birac
Location in France
Birac
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Gironde | |
| Arrondissement | Langon | |
| Canton | Le Sud-Gironde | |
| Intercommunality | Bazadais | |
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10.17 km2 (3.93 sq mi) | |
| Population
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229 | |
| • Density | 22.52/km2 (58.32/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33053 /33430
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| Elevation | 48–135 m (157–443 ft) (avg. 130 m or 430 ft) |
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Birac is a small town, or commune, located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Gironde department, which is found in the Aquitaine region. Think of a commune like a local area or a small town with its own local government.
About Birac
Birac is a quiet place in the French countryside. It's known for its peaceful setting and natural beauty. The town is part of a larger area called the Langon arrondissement and the Le Sud-Gironde canton. These are ways France organizes its different regions and towns.
Where is Birac?
Birac is located in the Gironde department. This department is in the Aquitaine region, which is in the southwest part of France. Imagine looking at a map of France; Birac would be in the lower-left section.
The town sits at an elevation of about 130 meters (around 426 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 48 meters, and its highest point is 135 meters. This means it has some gentle hills and valleys. The total area of Birac is about 10.17 square kilometers, which is roughly 3.9 square miles.
People and Government
As of January 2019, Birac had a population of 229 people. This makes it a very small and close-knit community.
The mayor of Birac is José Laujac. The mayor is like the head of the local government, helping to manage the town's daily life and services for its residents. Mayors in France are elected to serve a term, and Mr. Laujac served from 2008 to 2014.
Birac is also part of a group of communes called the Bazadais intercommunality. This means that Birac works together with other nearby towns on certain projects and services, like managing waste or public transport.
Images for kids
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The town hall (Mairie) of Birac. This is where local government decisions are made.
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The coat of arms for the town of Birac.
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A friendly robot.
See also
- In Spanish: Birac (Gironda) for kids
