Denguin facts for kids
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 Denguin
Location in France
Denguin
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Pyrénées-Atlantiques | |
| Arrondissement | Pau | |
| Canton | Artix et Pays de Soubestre | |
| Intercommunality | Pau Béarn Pyrénées | |
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12.29 km2 (4.75 sq mi) | |
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1,766 | |
| • Density | 143.69/km2 (372.17/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
64198 /64230
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| Elevation | 120–271 m (394–889 ft) (avg. 141 m or 463 ft) |
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Denguin is a small town, also called a commune, located in the southwestern part of France. It is part of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. A département is like a county or a region in other countries. Denguin is known for its quiet, rural setting.
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Where is Denguin?
Denguin is found in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. This area is in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. It is close to the famous Pyrenees mountains. The town is situated near the city of Pau.
What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest administrative area in France. It is similar to a city or a town. Each commune has its own local government. This government helps manage things like schools and local services.
How Many People Live There?
As of January 2019, about 1,766 people lived in Denguin. The town covers an area of about 12.29 square kilometers (4.75 square miles). This makes it a small community.
Who Leads Denguin?
The leader of a commune is called a mayor. The current mayor of Denguin is Gilles Tesson. He has been serving the community since 2020. His term will last until 2026. The mayor and the local council work together. They make decisions for the people living in Denguin.
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The town hall of Denguin, where local government decisions are made.
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The coat of arms for the town of Denguin.
