Guillos facts for kids
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Location in France
Guillos
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Gironde | |
| Arrondissement | Bordeaux | |
| Canton | Pujols | |
| Intercommunality | Canton de Podensac | |
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22.67 km2 (8.75 sq mi) | |
| Population
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398 | |
| • Density | 17.556/km2 (45.47/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33197 /33720
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| Elevation | 65–82 m (213–269 ft) (avg. 77 m or 253 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. | ||
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Guillos is a small and charming commune located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Gironde department within the region of Aquitaine. This peaceful area is known for its beautiful countryside and traditional French way of life.
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Discovering Guillos: A French Commune
Guillos is a type of local area in France called a commune. Think of a commune as a small town or village, often with the land around it. France has thousands of these communes, and each one has its own local government.
Where is Guillos Located?
Guillos is found in the southwestern part of France. It's in the Gironde department, which is a large area known for its famous vineyards and the city of Bordeaux. The Gironde department is part of the Aquitaine region, which is one of the biggest regions in France.
- Region: Aquitaine
- Department: Gironde
- Arrondissement: Bordeaux (a smaller administrative area)
- Canton: Pujols (another administrative division)
What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest administrative division in France. It's like a local government area. Each commune has a mayor and a town council. They make decisions about local services and the daily life of the people living there.
The Role of the Mayor
The mayor of Guillos is an important person in the community. They are in charge of running the commune and making sure things work well for everyone. The mayor is elected by the people who live in Guillos.
- Current Mayor: Jean-Louis Bedout
- Term: 2008–2014 (This shows when the mayor was elected and for how long they served.)
Population and Size
Guillos is a small commune with a population of 398 people as of 2008. It covers an area of about 22.67 square kilometers (about 8.75 square miles). This means it's a quiet place with plenty of open space.
- Population: 398 (as of 2008)
- Area: 22.67 square kilometers
Life in Guillos
Life in a small commune like Guillos often means a close-knit community. People might know their neighbors well, and local traditions are important. The area around Guillos is likely to be rural, with farms or forests.
Elevation and Landscape
The land in Guillos is not completely flat. Its elevation, or height above sea level, ranges from 65 meters (about 213 feet) to 82 meters (about 269 feet). The average elevation is 77 meters (about 253 feet). This slight variation in height can create interesting landscapes.
- Minimum Elevation: 65 meters
- Maximum Elevation: 82 meters
- Average Elevation: 77 meters
