Enquin-les-Mines facts for kids
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Enquin-les-Mines
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 Enquin-les-Mines
Location in France
Enquin-les-Mines
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Pas-de-Calais | |
| Arrondissement | Saint-Omer | |
| Canton | Fruges | |
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11.1 km2 (4.3 sq mi) | |
| Population
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917 | |
| • Density | 82.6/km2 (214.0/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
62295 /62145
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| Elevation | 49–118 m (161–387 ft) (avg. 84 m or 276 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. | ||
Enquin-les-Mines was once a small town or village, known in France as a "commune." It was located in the northern part of France. This area is called the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region. It was also part of the Pas-de-Calais department.
On January 1, 2017, Enquin-les-Mines joined with another nearby commune. It became part of a new, larger commune called Enquin-lez-Guinegatte. This means it no longer exists as a separate commune.
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Where Was Enquin-les-Mines Located?
Enquin-les-Mines was in the northern part of France. It was part of a larger area known as the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region. This region is famous for its history and its closeness to the English Channel.
Understanding French Geography
France is divided into different parts to help with its government.
- A region is a large area, like a state or province. Nord-Pas-de-Calais was one such region.
- A department is a smaller area within a region. Pas-de-Calais was a department.
- A commune is the smallest local government area. Think of it as a town, village, or a small city. Enquin-les-Mines was a commune.
The Pas-de-Calais Department
The Pas-de-Calais department is in northern France. It is named after the Pas de Calais, which is the narrowest part of the English Channel. This area has a rich history. It played a big role in many European events.
What Happened to Enquin-les-Mines?
On January 1, 2017, Enquin-les-Mines merged with another commune. This was Enquin-lez-Guinegatte. Mergers like this happen when smaller towns decide to combine. They do this to share resources and manage things more easily.
Why Do Communes Merge?
Communes might merge for several reasons.
- They can share services like schools or public works.
- It can help save money on administration.
- It can also make the combined area stronger. This can attract new businesses.
