Les Bons Villers facts for kids
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Les Bons Villers
Les Bons Viyés (Walloon)
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 Les Bons Villers
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | French Community | ||
| Region | Wallonia | ||
| Province | Hainaut | ||
| Arrondissement | Charleroi | ||
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| • Total | 42.55 km2 (16.43 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
6210-6211
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| Area codes | 071 | ||
| Website | www.les-bons-villers.be | ||
Les Bons Villers is a special kind of town in Wallonia, Belgium. It is located in the province of Hainaut. Think of it like a local area that manages its own services.
As of January 1, 2018, about 9,457 people lived in Les Bons Villers. The total area of the municipality is 42.55 square kilometers. This means there are about 222 people living in each square kilometer. This number is called the population density.
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What is Les Bons Villers?
Les Bons Villers is a "municipality" in Belgium. A municipality is a local government area. It brings together several smaller villages to work as one. This helps them share resources and services.
Where is Les Bons Villers Located?
Les Bons Villers is found in the southern part of Belgium. It is part of the Wallonia region. Wallonia is the French-speaking part of Belgium. The municipality is also in the Hainaut province. This province is known for its history and beautiful countryside.
How Many People Live There?
In 2018, almost 9,500 people called Les Bons Villers home. The area covers about 42.55 square kilometers. This makes it a moderately populated place. The population density tells us how crowded an area is. For Les Bons Villers, it means there are 222 people per square kilometer.
Exploring Les Bons Villers
The municipality of Les Bons Villers is made up of several smaller towns or districts. These districts work together under one local government.
The Villages of Les Bons Villers
The municipality includes five main districts:
- Frasnes-lez-Gosselies
- Mellet
- Rèves
- Villers-Perwin
- Wayaux
Each of these villages has its own unique charm. Together, they form the community of Les Bons Villers.
How Les Bons Villers is Run
Like any town, Les Bons Villers has leaders. These leaders help make decisions for the community. They ensure services like roads and schools work well.
The Mayor and Local Government
The mayor of Les Bons Villers is Mathieu Périn. He belongs to a political group called "Citoyens." The "Citoyens" group also forms the majority in the local council. This means they have the most votes. They help guide the decisions for the municipality. The town hall, shown in the picture, is where many of these decisions are made.
