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Campugnan
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Coat of arms of Campugnan
Coat of arms
Campugnan is located in France
Campugnan
Campugnan
Location in France
Campugnan is located in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Campugnan
Campugnan
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Country France
Region Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Department Gironde
Arrondissement Blaye
Canton L'Estuaire
Intercommunality Canton de Blaye
Area
1
6.23 km2 (2.41 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2019)
503
 • Density 80.74/km2 (209.1/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
33089 /33390
Elevation 14–43 m (46–141 ft)
(avg. 84 m or 276 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Campugnan is a small commune in the southwest of France. It is part of the Gironde department. This area is found within the region of Aquitaine.

About Campugnan

Campugnan is a quiet place. It is home to about 500 people. The commune covers an area of 6.23 square kilometers. This makes it a small community.

Location and Landscape

Campugnan is located in a rural area. Its elevation ranges from 14 to 43 meters above sea level. The highest point is 84 meters. This shows it has some hills and valleys. The landscape is typical of the Gironde department.

Local Government

Like all French communes, Campugnan has a mayor. The mayor is in charge of the local government. Jean Vezain was the mayor from 2008 to 2014. The mayor helps manage the town's daily life. This includes things like local services and public spaces.

What is a Commune?

A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France. Think of it like a small town or village. Each commune has its own local government. This system helps manage local affairs.

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