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Le Wast
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 Le Wast
Location in France
Le Wast
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Pas-de-Calais | |
| Arrondissement | Boulogne-sur-Mer | |
| Canton | Desvres | |
| Intercommunality | Communauté de communes du Pays de la Faïence de Desvres | |
| Area
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0.9 km2 (0.3 sq mi) | |
| Population
(2006)
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200 | |
| • Density | 220/km2 (580/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
62880 /62142
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| Elevation | 42–70 m (138–230 ft) (avg. 52 m or 171 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. | ||
Le Wast is a small village and a commune in northern France. It is located in the Pas-de-Calais department, which is part of the region Nord-Pas-de-Calais. This area is in the northern part of France.
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Exploring Le Wast
Le Wast is a quiet place with a small population. It is known for its peaceful countryside. The village is part of the Boulogne-sur-Mer area.
Where is Le Wast Located?
Le Wast is situated in the Pas-de-Calais department. This department is in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region. It is in the northern part of France, close to the coast.
How Many People Live There?
As of 2006, about 200 people lived in Le Wast. This makes it a very small community. Small communes like Le Wast are common in France.
What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is like a local government area. It is the smallest administrative division. Think of it as a town or a village with its own local council. Each commune has a mayor who leads it.
The Role of the Mayor
The mayor of a commune like Le Wast is an important leader. They are in charge of local services. This includes things like roads and public buildings. They also represent the people of the commune.
Geography and Surroundings
Le Wast is a small area, covering about 0.9 square kilometers. Its elevation ranges from 42 to 70 meters above sea level. The average elevation is 52 meters.
Nearby Areas
Le Wast is part of the Desvres canton. A canton is a group of communes. It helps organize local elections and services. The village is also connected to the Communauté de communes du Pays de la Faïence de Desvres. This is a group of communes working together. They share resources and projects.
