Lamaids facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lamaids
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 Lamaids
Location in France
Lamaids
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Allier | |
| Arrondissement | Montluçon | |
| Canton | Montluçon-Ouest | |
| Intercommunality | Montluçon | |
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8.02 km2 (3.10 sq mi) | |
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141 | |
| • Density | 17.58/km2 (45.53/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03136 /03380
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| Elevation | 399–505 m (1,309–1,657 ft) (avg. 499 m or 1,637 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Lamaids is a small village, also known as a commune, located in the heart of France. It is part of the Allier department. Imagine a quiet, peaceful place where not many people live. That's Lamaids!
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What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of local government area in France. Think of it like a town or a small district. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council. They work together to manage the daily life of the people living there.
Lamaids: A Small French Village
Lamaids is a very small commune. In 2008, only about 141 people lived there. This means it's a quiet place, far from big cities. It covers an area of about 8 square kilometers (around 3 square miles).
Where is Lamaids Located?
Lamaids is found in the Allier department. This department is in the central part of France. If you look at a map, you would find Lamaids in the region known as Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. It's close to the town of Montluçon.
Geography and Nature Around Lamaids
The area around Lamaids is quite hilly. The land goes up and down, with the highest point being about 505 meters (1,657 feet) above sea level. The lowest point is 399 meters (1,309 feet). The average height of the village is 499 meters (1,637 feet). This means it's located in a lovely countryside setting.
Who is in Charge of Lamaids?
Like all communes in France, Lamaids has a mayor. The mayor helps run the village and makes decisions for the community. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Lamaids was Noël Meunier. The mayor works with a local council to serve the people of Lamaids.
See also
In Spanish: Lamaids para niños
