Mas-Saintes-Puelles facts for kids
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Mas-Saintes-Puelles
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The church in Mas-Saintes-Puelles
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 Mas-Saintes-Puelles
Location in France
Mas-Saintes-Puelles
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Occitanie | |
| Department | Aude | |
| Arrondissement | Carcassonne | |
| Canton | Le Bassin chaurien | |
| Intercommunality | Castelnaudary et du bassin Lauraguais | |
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27.63 km2 (10.67 sq mi) | |
| Population
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927 | |
| • Density | 33.550/km2 (86.90/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
11225 /11400
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| Elevation | 164–324 m (538–1,063 ft) (avg. 178 m or 584 ft) |
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Mas-Saintes-Puelles is a small and charming commune located in the south of France. It is part of the Aude department in the region of Occitanie. A commune is like a local town or village area with its own government.
As of January 2019, about 927 people live in Mas-Saintes-Puelles. It is a quiet place, perfect for those who enjoy a peaceful countryside setting.
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Where is Mas-Saintes-Puelles?
This commune is found in the Occitanie region, which is in the southern part of France. It is specifically in the Aude department. The nearest large city is Carcassonne, which is famous for its medieval walled city.
The village is located in an area known as the Lauragais, which is a fertile plain. This region is well-known for its agriculture, especially for growing crops like wheat and sunflowers.
How Big is Mas-Saintes-Puelles?
The total area of Mas-Saintes-Puelles is about 27.63 square kilometers (which is about 10.67 square miles). This makes it a medium-sized commune in terms of land area.
The elevation of the commune varies. The lowest point is 164 meters (about 538 feet) above sea level, and the highest point reaches 324 meters (about 1,063 feet). The village center itself is around 178 meters (about 584 feet) high.
Who Leads the Commune?
Like all communes in France, Mas-Saintes-Puelles has a Mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are responsible for managing the commune's services and representing its people.
From 2008 to 2014, Alain Carles served as the mayor of Mas-Saintes-Puelles. The mayor works with a local council to make decisions for the community.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest administrative division. Think of it like a city, town, or village. Each commune has its own local government, led by a mayor.
Communes handle many local services. These include things like maintaining roads, managing schools, and providing public services for the people who live there. There are thousands of communes across France.
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The church in Mas-Saintes-Puelles
See also
In Spanish: Mas-Saintes-Puelles para niños
