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Braye-en-Thiérache
Village entry of Braye-en-Thiérache
Village entry of Braye-en-Thiérache
Braye-en-Thiérache is located in France
Braye-en-Thiérache
Braye-en-Thiérache
Location in France
Braye-en-Thiérache is located in Hauts-de-France
Braye-en-Thiérache
Braye-en-Thiérache
Location in Hauts-de-France
Country France
Region Hauts-de-France
Department Aisne
Arrondissement Vervins
Canton Vervins
Intercommunality Thiérache du Centre
Area
1
9.17 km2 (3.54 sq mi)
Population
 (2012)
133
 • Density 14.50/km2 (37.56/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
02116 /02140
Elevation 115–194 m (377–636 ft)
(avg. 335 m or 1,099 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Braye-en-Thiérache is a small commune in France. A commune is like a local town or village area. It is located in the northern part of the country.

This commune is part of the Aisne department. A department is similar to a county or a state. It is also in the Picardie region. Regions are larger areas, like big provinces.

In 2012, about 133 people lived in Braye-en-Thiérache. This makes it a very small and quiet place.

Location and Geography

Braye-en-Thiérache is found in the Thiérache area. This area is known for its green landscapes and rolling hills. The commune covers an area of about 9.17 square kilometers.

The elevation of the land in Braye-en-Thiérache varies. It ranges from 115 meters (about 377 feet) to 194 meters (about 636 feet) above sea level. The highest point is 335 meters (about 1,099 feet).

Local Government

Like all communes in France, Braye-en-Thiérache has a local government. This government helps manage the daily life of the village. The mayor is the main leader of the commune.

From 2008 to 2014, Bertrand Dorgere was the mayor. The mayor works with a council to make decisions for the community. These decisions include things like local services and public spaces.

Braye-en-Thiérache is part of a larger group of communes. This group is called Thiérache du Centre. They work together on shared projects and services.


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