Campagne-sur-Arize facts for kids
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Campagne-sur-Arize
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 Campagne-sur-Arize
Location in France
Campagne-sur-Arize
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France |
| Region | Occitanie |
| Department | Ariège |
| Arrondissement | Pamiers |
| Canton | Le Mas-d'Azil |
| Intercommunality | l'Arize |
| Area
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13.34 km2 (5.15 sq mi) |
| Population
(1999)
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281 |
| • Density | 21.06/km2 (54.56/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
09075 /09350
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| Elevation | 251–482 m (823–1,581 ft) (avg. 250 m or 820 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Campagne-sur-Arize is a small town, also known as a commune, located in southwestern France. It is part of the Ariège department, which is like a county or region in France. This charming place is known for its peaceful countryside.
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What is Campagne-sur-Arize?
A "commune" is the smallest administrative area in France. Think of it as a local town or village. Campagne-sur-Arize is one of many communes in the Ariège department. It has its own local government.
Where is it Located?
Campagne-sur-Arize is found in the Ariège department. This department is in the Occitanie region of southwestern France. The town is nestled in a beautiful area. It has varying elevations, from 251 meters to 482 meters above sea level. This means it has some hills and valleys. The total area of the commune is about 13.34 square kilometers.
Who Manages the Town?
Every commune in France has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are elected by the people living in the commune. For Campagne-sur-Arize, the mayor was Jean-Claude Commenge. He served from 2008 to 2014. The mayor helps manage the town's daily life. This includes things like local services and public spaces.
How Many People Live There?
According to a count from 1999, Campagne-sur-Arize had a population of 281 people. This makes it a very small and quiet community. The population number helps us understand the size of the town.
Working Together: Intercommunality
Campagne-sur-Arize is part of something called "l'Arize" for intercommunality. This means it works with nearby communes. They team up to share resources and services. This helps all the towns in the area. It makes things like waste management or public transport more efficient.
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