Halsou facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Halsou
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Location in France
Halsou
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Pyrénées-Atlantiques | |
| Arrondissement | Bayonne | |
| Canton | Baïgura et Mondarrain | |
| Intercommunality | Pays Basque | |
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5.08 km2 (1.96 sq mi) | |
| Population
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621 | |
| • Density | 122.24/km2 (316.6/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
64255 /64480
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| Elevation | 4–156 m (13–512 ft) (avg. 62 m or 203 ft) |
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Halsou is a small and charming commune located in southwestern France. It is part of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department, which is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich culture. A commune is like a local town or village area with its own government.
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What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France. Think of it like a town or a small district. Each commune has its own mayor and local council who help manage the area. Halsou is one of many communes in France.
Halsou's Location
Halsou is situated in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department. This department is in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, close to the border with Spain. It's known for its stunning Pyrenees mountains and its Atlantic coastline.
Geography of Halsou
The commune of Halsou covers an area of about 5.08 square kilometers (about 2 square miles). Its elevation, or height above sea level, ranges from 4 meters (13 feet) at its lowest point to 156 meters (512 feet) at its highest. The average elevation is around 62 meters (203 feet).
People of Halsou
As of January 2019, Halsou had a population of 621 people. This number is updated regularly by the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE).
Local Government
The mayor of Halsou is Philippe Massé. He was elected for the term from 2020 to 2026. The mayor and the local council work together to make decisions for the community, like managing local services and public spaces. Halsou is also part of a larger group called "Pays Basque" for some shared services.
See also
- Halsou para niños (Halsou for kids in Spanish)
