Logelheim facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Logelheim
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The town hall of Logelheim
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 Logelheim
Location in France
Logelheim
Location in Grand Est
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Grand Est | |
| Department | Haut-Rhin | |
| Arrondissement | Colmar-Ribeauvillé | |
| Canton | Ensisheim | |
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4.33 km2 (1.67 sq mi) | |
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817 | |
| • Density | 188.7/km2 (488.7/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
68189 /68280
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| Elevation | 193–197 m (633–646 ft) (avg. 195 m or 640 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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Logelheim is a small and interesting town in the Haut-Rhin area of France. It's located in the north-eastern part of the country, in a region called Grand Est. Logelheim is known for its quiet charm and local community.
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Understanding Logelheim's Location
Logelheim is part of the Haut-Rhin department. A department is like a county or a state in other countries. This department is found within the larger Grand Est region, which is one of the 13 main regions of France. Being in north-eastern France means it's closer to countries like Germany and Switzerland.
What is a French Commune?
In France, a "commune" is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it as a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council that helps run things. Logelheim is one of these communes, managing its own local services and community life.
Logelheim's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Logelheim has changed quite a bit over the years. Understanding population changes helps us see how a town grows and develops.
| 1962 | 1968 | 1975 | 1982 | 1990 | 1999 | 2006 |
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| 312 | 301 | 385 | 395 | 406 | 585 | 802 |
How Logelheim's Population Grew
- Early Years (1960s-1980s): From 1962 to 1982, the population stayed fairly small, around 300 to 400 people. There was a slight dip, then a slow increase.
- Growth in the 1990s: In the 1990s, Logelheim started to grow more quickly. By 1999, the population had reached 585 people.
- Recent Increase (2000s): The growth continued into the 2000s. By 2006, the town had 802 residents. This shows Logelheim has become a more popular place to live.
Local Government in Logelheim
Like all communes in France, Logelheim has a local government that helps manage the town. This includes a mayor and a town council.
The Mayor of Logelheim
The mayor is the head of the local government. They are elected by the people of the commune. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Logelheim was Jacques Olry. The mayor is responsible for many things, like keeping the town safe, managing public services, and representing the community.
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See also
In Spanish: Logelheim para niños
