Davejean facts for kids
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A general view of Davejean
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 Davejean
Location in France
Davejean
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Occitanie | |
| Department | Aude | |
| Arrondissement | Narbonne | |
| Canton | Les Corbières | |
| Intercommunality | Massif de Mouthoumet | |
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13.36 km2 (5.16 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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115 | |
| • Density | 8.61/km2 (22.29/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
11117 /11330
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| Elevation | 354–603 m (1,161–1,978 ft) (avg. 400 m or 1,300 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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Davejean is a small commune in the south of France. A commune is like a small town or village with its own local government. In 2019, about 115 people lived there.
Davejean is located in the Occitanie region, which is in the southwestern part of France. It is part of the Aude department. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history.
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Where is Davejean Located?
Davejean is nestled in the Corbières Massif, a mountain range in the Aude department. Its exact location is at coordinates 42.9606 degrees north and 2.6069 degrees east. The village sits at an elevation of about 400 meters (around 1,312 feet) above sea level. The lowest point in the commune is 354 meters, and the highest is 603 meters.
The commune covers an area of 13.36 square kilometers (about 5.16 square miles). This makes it a relatively small area, perfect for a quiet, close-knit community.
How is Davejean Governed?
Like all communes in France, Davejean has a local government. It is led by a mayor, who is like the head of the town. The mayor helps manage the daily life of the commune. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Davejean was Henri Font.
Davejean is part of a larger area called the arrondissement of Narbonne. It also belongs to the canton of Les Corbières. These are ways that France organizes its different regions for administrative purposes.
What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest administrative division in France. Think of it as a local area with its own elected council and mayor. Communes manage things like local roads, schools, and public services for their residents. There are thousands of communes across France, each with its own unique character.
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A general view of Davejean
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The coat of arms for Davejean
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