Moulon, Gironde facts for kids
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Moulon
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 Moulon
Location in France
Moulon
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Gironde |
| Arrondissement | Libourne |
| Canton | Branne |
| Intercommunality | Libournais |
| Area
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13.25 km2 (5.12 sq mi) |
| Population
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951 |
| • Density | 71.77/km2 (185.89/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33298 /33420
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| Elevation | 2–76 m (6.6–249.3 ft) (avg. 30 m or 98 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Moulon, Gironde is a small town, also called a commune, located in southwestern France. It is part of the Gironde department, which is in the Aquitaine region. This charming area is known for its beautiful landscapes and quiet life.
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Exploring Moulon, France
Where is Moulon?
Moulon is found in the Gironde department. A department in France is similar to a county or a state. It is part of the Aquitaine region, which is a larger area in the southwest of the country. Moulon is located near Libourne, a bigger city in the same area.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest type of local government area. It is like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They help manage the daily life of the people living there. Moulon is one of many communes in France.
Life in Moulon
Moulon is a small community with about 951 people living there as of 2008. The town covers an area of about 13.25 square kilometers. The land in Moulon is mostly flat, but it has some small hills. The lowest point is 2 meters above sea level, and the highest is 76 meters.
Local Government
The mayor of Moulon helps lead the town. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Alain Doleu. The mayor and the local council work together to make decisions for the community. They manage things like local services and public spaces.
