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Ginoles
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 Ginoles
Location in France
Ginoles
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France |
| Region | Occitanie |
| Department | Aude |
| Arrondissement | Limoux |
| Canton | La Haute-Vallée de l'Aude |
| Intercommunality | Aude en Pyrénées |
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6.17 km2 (2.38 sq mi) |
| Population
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303 |
| • Density | 49.11/km2 (127.19/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
11165 /11500
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| Elevation | 307–1,000 m (1,007–3,281 ft) (avg. 350 m or 1,150 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Ginoles is a small village, also known as a commune, located in the south of France. It is part of the Aude department in the Occitanie region. In January 2019, about 303 people lived there. Ginoles is known for its quiet, natural surroundings.
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Where is Ginoles Located?
Ginoles is found in the Aude department. This area is in the southern part of France. The village is nestled in a valley, surrounded by hills. Its location offers beautiful views of the French countryside.
Geography and Natural Features
The village of Ginoles sits at an average height of 350 meters (about 1,148 feet) above sea level. The lowest point in the commune is 307 meters (1,007 feet). The highest point reaches 1,000 meters (3,281 feet). This difference in height means the area has varied landscapes. The total area of Ginoles is 6.17 square kilometers (about 2.38 square miles).
How Many People Live in Ginoles?
The number of people living in Ginoles has changed over the years. This is called the population. Understanding population helps us see how a village grows or shrinks.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1962 | 181 | — |
| 1968 | 194 | +7.2% |
| 1975 | 263 | +35.6% |
| 1982 | 297 | +12.9% |
| 1990 | 357 | +20.2% |
| 1999 | 349 | −2.2% |
| 2008 | 365 | +4.6% |
In 1962, there were 181 people. The population grew steadily until 1990, reaching 357 residents. After that, it slightly decreased. By 2008, it was 365 people. The most recent count from January 2019 shows 303 people living in Ginoles.
Local Government in Ginoles
Like all communes in France, Ginoles has a local government. This government helps manage the village. It makes decisions about local services and community life.
The Role of the Mayor
The mayor is the main leader of the commune. From 2008 to 2014, Christian Tournie was the mayor of Ginoles. The mayor is in charge of many things. These include local administration, public safety, and managing the commune's budget. They work to improve the lives of the people in Ginoles.
