Mazerolles-du-Razès facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mazerolles-du-Razès
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The church in Mazerolles-du-Razès
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 Mazerolles-du-Razès
Location in France
Mazerolles-du-Razès
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Occitanie | |
| Department | Aude | |
| Arrondissement | Limoux | |
| Canton | La Piège au Razès | |
| Intercommunality | Razès Malepère | |
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8.22 km2 (3.17 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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151 | |
| • Density | 18.37/km2 (47.58/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
11228 /11240
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| Elevation | 219–320 m (719–1,050 ft) (avg. 234 m or 768 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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Mazerolles-du-Razès is a small commune located in the south of France. A commune is like a small town or village with its own local government. As of January 2019, about 151 people live there.
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Where is Mazerolles-du-Razès?
Mazerolles-du-Razès is found in the Occitanie region of France. It is part of the Aude department. This area is known for its beautiful countryside and rich history.
What is a Department?
In France, a department is a bit like a county or a state in other countries. It's a way to divide the country into smaller parts for easier management. The Aude department is named after the Aude River.
What is a Region?
A region is a larger area, made up of several departments. Occitanie is one of the 18 regions of France. It was created in 2016 by combining two older regions.
Who Leads Mazerolles-du-Razès?
The leader of Mazerolles-du-Razès is called the mayor. The mayor helps run the town and makes decisions for the people living there. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Jean-Pierre Gleizes.
What Does a Mayor Do?
A mayor is like the head of the local government. They work to improve the town, manage local services, and represent the community. This includes things like keeping the streets clean and making sure schools run well.
How Many People Live There?
The population of Mazerolles-du-Razès was about 151 people in January 2019. This number comes from official counts done by the French government.
Why is Population Counted?
Counting the population helps the government understand how many people live in different areas. This information is used to plan services like schools, hospitals, and roads. It also helps decide how much money each town needs.
