Bourdon, Somme facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bourdon
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 Bourdon
Location in France
Bourdon
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France |
| Region | Hauts-de-France |
| Department | Somme |
| Arrondissement | Amiens |
| Canton | Ailly-sur-Somme |
| Intercommunality | Nièvre et Somme |
| Area
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6.97 km2 (2.69 sq mi) |
| Population
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372 |
| • Density | 53.37/km2 (138.23/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
80123 /80310
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| Elevation | 8–78 m (26–256 ft) (avg. 24 m or 79 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Bourdon is a small and friendly commune (which is like a town or village) located in the Somme department in the Hauts-de-France region of northern France. It's a place where people live and work, just like towns and cities in your own country!
As of January 2019, about 372 people call Bourdon home. The commune covers an area of 6.97 square kilometers (about 2.69 square miles).
What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of local government area in France. Think of it as a town or village with its own local council and mayor. There are thousands of communes all over France, and each one helps manage the daily lives of its residents.
Where is Bourdon Located?
Bourdon is found in the Somme department. This department is part of the larger Hauts-de-France region. This area is in the northern part of France.
The village sits at an average height of 24 meters (about 79 feet) above sea level. The lowest point in Bourdon is 8 meters (26 feet) high, and the highest point is 78 meters (256 feet) high.
Who Leads Bourdon?
The leader of Bourdon is called the mayor. The current mayor is Anthony Delassus. He was elected to serve from 2020 to 2026. The mayor and the local council work together to make decisions for the commune. They help manage things like local services and community projects.
Bourdon is also part of a group of communes called "Nièvre et Somme." This group works together on bigger projects that benefit several towns at once.
Images for kids
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A sign welcoming you to Bourdon.
