Guizancourt facts for kids
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Guizancourt
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 Guizancourt
Location in France
Guizancourt
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Somme | |
| Arrondissement | Amiens | |
| Canton | Poix-de-Picardie | |
| Intercommunality | Somme Sud-Ouest | |
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5.94 km2 (2.29 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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136 | |
| • Density | 22.90/km2 (59.30/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
80402 /80290
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| Elevation | 90–184 m (295–604 ft) (avg. 85 m or 279 ft) |
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Guizancourt is a small commune located in the northern part of France. It is found in the Somme department, which is part of the region called Picardie. A commune is like a local town or village area with its own local government.
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Where is Guizancourt Located?
Guizancourt is situated in the Somme department. This area is known for its rolling hills and agricultural land. The commune covers an area of about 5.94 square kilometers (which is roughly 2.3 square miles). Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 90 meters to 184 meters.
How Many People Live in Guizancourt?
As of January 2019, the population of Guizancourt was 136 people. This makes it a very small and quiet community. The population figures are officially collected by the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies in France.
Who Leads Guizancourt?
Like all communes in France, Guizancourt has a mayor who is in charge of the local government. The mayor helps manage the daily life of the commune, including services for its residents. Since 2020, the mayor of Guizancourt has been Dany Vasseur. Their term in office is set to end in 2026. Guizancourt is also part of a larger group of communes called Somme Sud-Ouest, which helps different towns work together on common projects.
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