Merbes-le-Château facts for kids
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Merbes-le-Château
Miebe (Walloon)
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 Merbes-le-Château
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | |
| Community | French Community | |
| Region | Wallonia | |
| Province | Hainaut | |
| Arrondissement | Thuin | |
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| • Total | 30.24 km2 (11.68 sq mi) | |
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| Postal codes |
6567
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| Area codes | 071 | |
| Website | merbeslechateau.be | |
Merbes-le-Château (pronounced "Mairb luh Sha-toh") is a small town in Belgium. It's a municipality located in the Wallonia region. This area is known for speaking French. Merbes-le-Château is part of the Hainaut province.
On January 1, 2006, about 4,093 people lived in Merbes-le-Château. The total area of the municipality is 30.24 square kilometers. This means there are about 135 people living in each square kilometer. This is called the population density.
The municipality is made up of several smaller areas, or districts. These include Fontaine-Valmont, Labuissière, Merbes-le-Château itself, and Merbes-Sainte-Marie.
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Merbes-le-Château is a charming place in the French-speaking part of Belgium. It's a great example of a smaller Belgian town. This town is known for its quiet, local life.
Where is Merbes-le-Château?
Merbes-le-Château is located in the southern part of Belgium. It is part of Wallonia, which is one of Belgium's three main regions. Wallonia is where most people speak French. The town is also in the province of Hainaut. Provinces are like large counties or states within a country.
How Many People Live Here?
As of 2006, Merbes-le-Château had a population of 4,093 people. This number tells us how many residents call the municipality home. The area of the municipality is 30.24 square kilometers.
To understand how crowded or spread out the town is, we look at its population density. Merbes-le-Château has about 135 people per square kilometer. This means it's not a very crowded place, offering a peaceful environment.
What are the Districts?
A municipality often includes several smaller villages or areas. These are sometimes called districts or "deelgemeente" in Belgium. Merbes-le-Château is made up of four main parts:
- Fontaine-Valmont
- Labuissière
- Merbes-le-Château (the main town)
- Merbes-Sainte-Marie
Each of these districts has its own unique feel and history.
Who Leads the Town?
The leader of Merbes-le-Château is the mayor. The mayor helps manage the town and make decisions for its residents. As of the information provided, the mayor is Philippe Lejeune. He is a member of the Socialist Party (PS). A political party is a group of people who share similar ideas about how to run a government.
See also
In Spanish: Merbes-le-Château para niños
