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Leschelles
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 Leschelles
Location in France
Leschelles
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France |
| Region | Hauts-de-France |
| Department | Aisne |
| Arrondissement | Vervins |
| Canton | Nouvion-en-Thiérache |
| Intercommunality | Thiérache du Centre |
| Area
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14.69 km2 (5.67 sq mi) |
| Population
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282 |
| • Density | 19.20/km2 (49.72/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
02419 /02170
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| Elevation | 144–206 m (472–676 ft) (avg. 180 m or 590 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Leschelles is a small commune (which is like a town or village) located in the northern part of France. It is found in the Aisne department, which is part of the region called Hauts-de-France (formerly Picardie).
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What is Leschelles?
Leschelles is a small community in France. It is officially known as a commune. In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or village with its own local leaders.
Where is Leschelles Located?
Leschelles is in the northern part of France. It's part of the Aisne department. The Aisne department is in the Hauts-de-France region. This region is known for its green landscapes and historical sites.
Geographical Details
The commune of Leschelles covers an area of about 14.69 square kilometers (which is roughly 5.67 square miles). Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 144 meters to 206 meters. The average elevation is around 180 meters. You can find Leschelles using its coordinates: 49.959444 degrees North and 3.771667 degrees East.
How Many People Live There?
As of 1999, the population of Leschelles was 282 people. This makes it a very small and quiet community.
Who is in Charge?
Like all communes in France, Leschelles has a mayor who helps run the town. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Leschelles was Claudine Demay. The mayor is responsible for local services and representing the people of the commune. Leschelles is also part of a larger group of communes called "Thiérache du Centre," which helps them work together on bigger projects.
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