Doumy facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Doumy
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 Doumy
Location in France
Doumy
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Pyrénées-Atlantiques |
| Arrondissement | Pau |
| Canton | Terres des Luys et Coteaux du Vic-Bilh |
| Intercommunality | Luys en Béarn |
| Area
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6 km2 (2 sq mi) |
| Population
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317 |
| • Density | 53/km2 (137/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
64203 /64450
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| Elevation | 151–282 m (495–925 ft) (avg. 160 m or 520 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Doumy is a small commune in the southwestern part of France. It is located in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département, which is like a county or region in other countries. Doumy is known for its quiet, rural setting.
About Doumy
Doumy is a charming French commune. A commune is the smallest administrative area in France. It is similar to a small town or village. Doumy is part of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques area. This region is famous for its beautiful landscapes. It has mountains, coasts, and green countryside.
Location and Geography
Doumy is situated in southwestern France. Its exact location can be found using its coordinates: 43.4478 degrees north and 0.3747 degrees west. This places it in a lovely part of the country. The commune covers an area of about 6 square kilometers. That's roughly 2.3 square miles.
The land in Doumy is not completely flat. Its elevation, or height above sea level, ranges from 151 meters (about 495 feet) to 282 meters (about 925 feet). The average elevation is around 160 meters (about 525 feet). This means it has some gentle hills and valleys.
Population and People
As of January 2019, Doumy had a population of 317 people. This makes it a very small community. Living in a small commune like Doumy means people often know each other well. It can feel like one big family. The people who live in Doumy are called its residents.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Doumy has its own local government. This government helps manage the daily life of the community. The head of the commune is the Mayor. The mayor is chosen by the people of Doumy.
The current mayor of Doumy is Jean-Marc Desclaux. He was elected for the term from 2020 to 2026. The mayor's job is to make decisions for the commune. This includes things like local services, public spaces, and community events. Doumy is also part of a larger group of communes called "Luys en Béarn." This group works together on bigger projects.
See also
- In Spanish: Doumy para niños
