Hyds facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hyds
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 Hyds
Location in France
Hyds
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Allier | |
| Arrondissement | Montluçon | |
| Canton | Commentry | |
| Intercommunality | Commentry–Néris-les-Bains | |
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18.71 km2 (7.22 sq mi) | |
| Population
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308 | |
| • Density | 16.462/km2 (42.64/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03129 /03600
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| Elevation | 365–553 m (1,198–1,814 ft) (avg. 496 m or 1,627 ft) |
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Hyds is a small French commune. A commune is like a local town or village area. It is located in the Allier department in the center of France.
What is Hyds?
Hyds is a small community in the heart of France. It is known for its quiet, rural setting. The commune is part of the larger administrative system of France.
Where is Hyds Located?
Hyds is found in the Allier department. This department is in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of central France. It is near the city of Montluçon. The area is mostly countryside with hills and valleys.
People and Government
In 2008, about 308 people lived in Hyds. The leader of the commune is called the mayor. From 2008 to 2014, Michel Champomier was the mayor of Hyds. The commune also works with nearby towns. This is called "intercommunality." Hyds is part of the Commentry–Néris-les-Bains group. This group helps manage services for several towns together.
Land and Nature
Hyds covers an area of about 18.71 square kilometers. This is roughly 7.2 square miles. The land in Hyds has different heights. The lowest point is 365 meters (about 1,197 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 553 meters (about 1,814 feet). The average height of the commune is 496 meters (about 1,627 feet). This shows that Hyds is in a hilly area.
