Massac, Aude facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Massac
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 Massac
Location in France
Massac
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Occitanie | |
| Department | Aude | |
| Arrondissement | Narbonne | |
| Canton | Les Corbières | |
| Intercommunality | Massif de Mouthoumet | |
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11.89 km2 (4.59 sq mi) | |
| Population
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27 | |
| • Density | 2.27/km2 (5.88/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
11224 /11330
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| Elevation | 435–907 m (1,427–2,976 ft) (avg. 465 m or 1,526 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. | ||
Massac is a small commune located in the southern part of France. It is home to about 27 people, according to numbers from January 2019. This quiet village is found in the Aude department, which is part of the larger Occitanie region.
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Understanding Massac's Location
Massac is nestled in the Aude department. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes. The commune's exact location can be described using latitude and longitude. It is at 42.9194 degrees north and 2.5739 degrees east.
Geographic Features of Massac
The land around Massac varies quite a bit. The lowest point in the commune is 435 meters (about 1,427 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 907 meters (about 2,976 feet). The average elevation for the village itself is 465 meters (about 1,526 feet). This difference in height means Massac has diverse natural surroundings. The total area of the commune is 11.89 square kilometers. This is about 4.59 square miles.
Life in Massac
Even though Massac is a very small commune, it is an official administrative area in France. Communes are the smallest divisions of local government. They are like towns or villages with their own local council.
Local Government and Administration
Massac is part of a larger administrative structure. It belongs to the Narbonne arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of district. It is also part of the canton of Les Corbières. A canton groups several communes together.
The Mayor of Massac
The mayor of Massac is André Barthes. He was elected to serve from 2008 to 2014. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are responsible for managing the commune's daily affairs. This includes things like local services and public safety.
Community Life and Intercommunality
Massac is also part of a group of communes called Massif de Mouthoumet. This is an "intercommunality" group. It means several communes work together on shared projects. These projects might include waste management or public transport. Working together helps small communes like Massac share resources.
Images for kids
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A view of the village of Massac in the Aude department.
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The coat of arms for the commune of Massac.
