Oostrozebeke facts for kids
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Oostrozebeke
Ôostrôzebeke (West Flemish)
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Administrative centre
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Country | Belgium | ||
Community | Flemish Community | ||
Region | Flemish Region | ||
Province | West Flanders | ||
Arrondissement | Tielt | ||
Area | |||
• Total | 16.62 km2 (6.42 sq mi) | ||
Population
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Postal codes |
8780
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Area codes | 056 |
Oostrozebeke (pronounced like "oast-ROH-zuh-bay-kuh") is a small town in Belgium. It's located in the West Flanders province, which is in the western part of the country. This municipality includes only the town of Oostrozebeke itself.
As of January 1, 2018, about 7,849 people lived in Oostrozebeke. The town covers an area of 16.62 square kilometers. This means there are about 472 people living in each square kilometer.
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What is Oostrozebeke Like?
Oostrozebeke is known for its peaceful, green surroundings. It's a typical Flemish town with a friendly community. The town hall, shown in the picture, is an important building. It's where local decisions are made.
Local Government in Oostrozebeke
The town is led by a mayor, who is like the head of the town's government. The current mayor is Luc Derudder. He belongs to a political group called Oostrozebeke.nu. This group also holds the majority of seats in the local council. This means they have the most power to make decisions for the town.
How Decisions Are Made
The mayor and the local council work together. They decide on things that affect daily life in Oostrozebeke. This includes things like managing local services and planning for the town's future. They aim to make the town a good place for everyone to live.
Where is Oostrozebeke Located?
Oostrozebeke is part of the Arrondissement of Tielt. An arrondissement is a type of administrative area in Belgium. It helps organize different towns and cities.
Connecting with Oostrozebeke
The town has its own postal code, which is 8780. If you want to call someone there, the telephone area code is 056. You can also visit the official website to learn more about the town.
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See also
In Spanish: Oostrozebeke para niños