Camou-Cihigue facts for kids
Camou-Cihigue is a small and peaceful commune (which is like a small town or village area) located in the southwestern part of France. It's part of a larger region called the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes, including the nearby Pyrenees mountains.
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Camou-Cihigue
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 Camou-Cihigue
Location in France
Camou-Cihigue
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Pyrénées-Atlantiques |
| Arrondissement | Oloron-Sainte-Marie |
| Canton | Montagne Basque |
| Intercommunality | Pays Basque |
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10.08 km2 (3.89 sq mi) |
| Population
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101 |
| • Density | 10.02/km2 (25.95/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
64162 /64470
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| Elevation | 208–1,009 m (682–3,310 ft) (avg. 263 m or 863 ft) |
| 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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About Camou-Cihigue
Camou-Cihigue is a very small commune, with a population of about 101 people as of January 2019. It covers an area of 10.08 square kilometers (about 3.89 square miles). The commune is located in a beautiful natural setting. Its elevation ranges from 208 meters (682 feet) to 1009 meters (3310 feet) above sea level. The average elevation is 263 meters (863 feet).
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or village area that has its own local council and mayor. There are thousands of communes across France, each with its own unique history and community.
What is a Département?
Camou-Cihigue is part of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. A département is a larger administrative area in France, similar to a county or a province in other countries. France has 96 départements in its mainland. The Pyrénées-Atlantiques département is known for its diverse landscapes, from the Atlantic coast to the Pyrenees mountains.
Local Government
The commune of Camou-Cihigue is led by a mayor. The current mayor is Charles Anicet Leurgorry. He was elected for the term from 2020 to 2026. The mayor and the local council work together to manage the daily life of the commune. This includes things like local services and community projects.
How Communes are Organized
Camou-Cihigue belongs to the Oloron-Sainte-Marie arrondissement. An arrondissement is a sub-division within a département. It helps with administrative tasks. The commune is also part of the Montagne Basque canton. A canton is another administrative division, mainly used for elections.
The commune is also part of an "intercommunality" called Pays Basque. This means Camou-Cihigue works with other nearby communes on shared projects and services. This cooperation helps small communes like Camou-Cihigue achieve more together.
