Denier, Pas-de-Calais facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Denier
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The church of Denier
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 Denier
Location in France
Denier
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Pas-de-Calais | |
| Arrondissement | Arras | |
| Canton | Avesnes-le-Comte | |
| Intercommunality | CC Campagnes de l'Artois | |
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3.1 km2 (1.2 sq mi) | |
| Population
(1999)
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58 | |
| • Density | 18.7/km2 (48.5/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
62266 /62810
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| Elevation | 98–146 m (322–479 ft) (avg. 126 m or 413 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. | ||
Denier is a very small village, also known as a commune, located in the northern part of France. It is found in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region, within the Pas-de-Calais department. Imagine a quiet place with just a few houses and friendly neighbors – that's Denier!
What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of local government area in France. Think of it like a tiny town or village with its own local rules. Each commune has a mayor and a local council. They help manage things like roads, schools, and local services. Denier is one of these many small communes.
Where is Denier Located?
Denier is in the north of France. It's part of the Pas-de-Calais department. This area is known for its green fields and quiet countryside. The village is not far from the city of Arras. It sits at an elevation of about 126 meters (around 413 feet) above sea level. This means it's a bit higher than some surrounding areas.
Life in Denier
With a population of only 58 people (as of 1999), Denier is a very small community. Life here is likely peaceful and calm. People probably know each other well. Small villages like Denier often have a strong sense of community. The main building in the village is often the church, as seen in the picture.
How Denier is Governed
Like all French communes, Denier has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are elected by the people living in the commune. The mayor helps make decisions for the village. Jean Bridel was the mayor of Denier from 2008 to 2014. He worked with the local council to serve the community. Denier is also part of a larger group of communes called an "intercommunality." This group helps different villages work together on bigger projects.
