Lesdins facts for kids
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Lesdins
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 Lesdins
Location in France
Lesdins
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Aisne | |
| Arrondissement | Saint-Quentin | |
| Canton | Saint-Quentin-Nord | |
| Intercommunality | Saint-Quentin | |
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10.63 km2 (4.10 sq mi) | |
| Population
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750 | |
| • Density | 70.6/km2 (182.7/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
02420 /02100
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| Elevation | 76–139 m (249–456 ft) (avg. 88 m or 289 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. | ||
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Lesdins is a small commune (which is like a town or village) located in the northern part of France. It is found in the region called Hauts-de-France (formerly Picardy) and is part of the Aisne department.
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Discovering Lesdins
Lesdins is a quiet place in northern France. It is known for its peaceful countryside. This area is part of the larger Aisne department.
Where is Lesdins Located?
Lesdins is situated in the Aisne department. This department is in the Hauts-de-France region. It is about 130 kilometers (80 miles) northeast of Paris, the capital city of France. The town is near the city of Saint-Quentin.
The land around Lesdins is mostly flat. Its elevation, or height above sea level, ranges from 76 meters (249 feet) to 139 meters (456 feet). The average elevation is about 88 meters (289 feet).
How Many People Live in Lesdins?
Lesdins is a small community. According to a count from 1999, about 750 people lived there. This makes it a close-knit village. The total area of the commune is 10.63 square kilometers (about 4.1 square miles).
How Lesdins is Governed
Like all communes in France, Lesdins has a local government. This government helps manage the town's daily life.
The Mayor of Lesdins
The head of the local government is the mayor. The mayor is chosen by the people of Lesdins. They are in charge of many things, like local services and public safety. From 2005 to 2008, Gérard Defrance was the mayor of Lesdins.
Working with Other Towns
Lesdins is also part of a larger group of communes. This group is called an "intercommunality." It helps different towns work together on shared projects. For Lesdins, this group is centered around the city of Saint-Quentin. This cooperation helps towns share resources and plan for the future.
