Buellas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Buellas
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 Buellas
Location in France
Buellas
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Ain | |
| Arrondissement | Bourg-en-Bresse | |
| Canton | Viriat | |
| Intercommunality | Bourg-en-Bresse | |
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10.21 km2 (3.94 sq mi) | |
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1,617 | |
| • Density | 158.37/km2 (410.2/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
01065 /01310
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| Elevation | 448–840 m (1,470–2,756 ft) (avg. 200 m or 660 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
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Buellas is a small town, also known as a commune, located in eastern France. It is part of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region and the Ain department. Think of a commune as a local area with its own government, similar to a small city or town.
About Buellas
Buellas is a charming commune in the Ain department of France. It is situated in the eastern part of the country. The area is known for its natural beauty and quiet way of life.
Where is Buellas?
Buellas is found in the Bourg-en-Bresse arrondissement. This is a type of administrative district in France. It is also part of the Viriat canton, which is another way to divide up the land for local government. The commune's exact location can be found using its coordinates: 46.2 degrees north and 5.1333 degrees east.
How Big is Buellas?
The total area of Buellas is about 10.21 square kilometers. This makes it a relatively small commune in terms of size. The land here varies in height, with the lowest point being 200 meters above sea level and the highest point reaching 840 meters.
Who Lives in Buellas?
As of 2008, about 1,617 people lived in Buellas. This number can change over time as people move in and out. The people living in Buellas are part of a close-knit community.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Buellas has its own local government. The head of this government is called the mayor. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Buellas was Michel Chanel. The mayor helps manage the town and its services for the people who live there. Buellas is also part of an "intercommunality" group with Bourg-en-Bresse. This means it works with nearby communes on shared projects and services.
