Hénu facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location in France
Hénu
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Pas-de-Calais | |
| Arrondissement | Arras | |
| Canton | Pas-en-Artois | |
| Intercommunality | Deux Sources | |
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4.38 km2 (1.69 sq mi) | |
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161 | |
| • Density | 36.76/km2 (95.2/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
62430 /62760
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| Elevation | 104–162 m (341–531 ft) (avg. 152 m or 499 ft) |
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Hénu is a small village, also known as a commune, located in northern France. It is found in the region Nord-Pas-de-Calais and is part of the Pas-de-Calais department. This charming place is known for its quiet, rural setting.
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About Hénu: A French Village
Hénu is a type of local government area in France called a commune. Think of it like a small town or village with its own local council. It is located in the northern part of France, a country in Western Europe.
Where is Hénu Located?
Hénu is situated in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region of France. This region is known for its flat landscapes and agricultural areas. The village is also part of the Pas-de-Calais department. A department is like a county or a larger administrative area within a region.
Hénu is found about 20 kilometers (12 miles) southwest of the city of Arras. It is also around 160 kilometers (100 miles) north of Paris, the capital city of France.
Hénu's Geography and Size
The village of Hénu covers an area of about 4.38 square kilometers (1.69 square miles). This makes it a relatively small commune in terms of land size.
The elevation of Hénu varies across the commune. The lowest point is 104 meters (341 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 162 meters (531 feet). The average elevation is around 152 meters (499 feet).
Who Lives in Hénu?
According to a population count in 2006, Hénu had 161 people living there. This shows that Hénu is a very small and peaceful community. The population numbers can change over time, but it remains a quiet rural area.
How Hénu is Governed
Like all communes in France, Hénu has a local government. It is led by a mayor. The mayor is chosen by the people who live in the commune. The mayor helps manage the daily life and services of the village.
From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Hénu was Sebastien Desbureaux. The mayor works with a local council to make decisions for the community.
Hénu is also part of a larger group of communes called an "intercommunality." This group is named Deux Sources. Intercommunalities help different communes work together on shared projects. These projects might include things like waste management or public transportation.
