Mendive facts for kids

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Mendive Location in France Show map of France Mendive Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine Show map of Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Country	France
Region	Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Department	Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Arrondissement	Bayonne
Canton	Montagne Basque
Intercommunality	Pays Basque
Area 1	41.77 km2 (16.13 sq mi)
Population  (Jan. 2019)	161
• Density	3.854/km2 (9.98/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+01:00 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code	64379 /64220
Elevation	260–1,441 m (853–4,728 ft) (avg. 565 m or 1,854 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Mendive is a small commune located in the southwestern part of France. It is part of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. A commune is like a small town or village with its own local government. A département is a larger area, similar to a county or province.

Discovering Mendive

Mendive is a quiet place in the French countryside. It is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. The area is part of the Basque Country, which has a unique culture and language.

Where is Mendive Located?

Mendive is found in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. This area is close to the Pyrenees mountains. The commune's elevation ranges from 260 meters to 1441 meters above sea level. This means it has both lower valleys and higher mountain areas.

How Many People Live in Mendive?

As of January 2019, Mendive had a population of 161 people. This makes it a very small community. Small communes like Mendive are common in rural France.

Who Leads Mendive?

The mayor of Mendive is Sébastien Ihidoy. He was elected for the term from 2020 to 2026. The mayor is in charge of the local government. They help manage the commune's services and represent its people. Mendive is also part of a larger group called "Pays Basque." This group helps different communes work together on shared projects.