Jurbise facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jurbise
Djurbize (Picard)
Jurbeke (Dutch)
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Jurbise: St Eloi's church
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 Jurbise
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | |
| Community | French Community | |
| Region | Wallonia | |
| Province | Hainaut | |
| Arrondissement | Mons | |
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| • Total | 57.86 km2 (22.34 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| Postal codes |
7050
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| Area codes | 065 | |
| Website | www.jurbise.be | |
Jurbise (French pronunciation: [ʒyʁbiz]; Dutch: Jurbeke; Picard: Djurbize) is a municipality in Belgium. It is located in Wallonia, which is the French-speaking part of the country. Jurbise is also part of the province of Hainaut.
On January 1, 2006, Jurbise had about 9,571 people living there. The total area of the municipality is 57.86 square kilometers. This means there are about 165 people living in each square kilometer. The town is located along the N56 road.
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Exploring Jurbise
Jurbise is a charming place in Belgium. It offers a mix of quiet countryside and local community life. Understanding its parts helps us learn more about it.
Where is Jurbise Located?
Jurbise is found in the province of Hainaut. This province is in the Wallonia region of Belgium. Wallonia is known for its beautiful landscapes and French language. Jurbise is also close to the city of Mons.
People and Area of Jurbise
In 2006, nearly 9,600 people called Jurbise home. The municipality covers an area of almost 58 square kilometers. This gives us an idea of how many people live in a certain space. It helps us understand the population density of the area.
Villages Making Up Jurbise
The municipality of Jurbise is not just one town. It includes several smaller villages or districts. These are:
- Erbaut
- Erbisœul
- Herchies
- Jurbise (the main town)
- Masnuy-Saint-Jean
- Masnuy-Saint-Pierre
Each of these villages adds to the unique character of Jurbise.
Who Leads Jurbise?
The mayor of Jurbise is Jacqueline Galant. She is a politician from the Reformist Movement (MR) party. The mayor is the head of the local government. They help make important decisions for the community. The main political group in Jurbise is called "Liste du Bourgmestre" (LB). This group helps the mayor lead the municipality.
