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Orin
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Orin is located in France
Orin
Orin
Location in France
Orin is located in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Orin
Orin
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Country France
Region Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Department Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Arrondissement Oloron-Sainte-Marie
Canton Oloron-Sainte-Marie-Ouest
Intercommunality Josbaig
Area
1
4 km2 (2 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
207
 • Density 52/km2 (134/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
64426 /64400
Elevation 175–229 m (574–751 ft)
(avg. 192 m or 630 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Orin is a small village, also known as a commune, located in the southwestern part of France. It is part of a larger area called the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. Orin is known for its quiet, rural setting.

What is Orin?

Orin is a charming commune in France. A commune is like a small town or village. It is the smallest unit of local government in the country. Orin is home to a small number of people, making it a peaceful place to live.

Where is Orin Located?

Orin is found in the southwestern part of France. It is in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. A département is like a county or a region. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes. It is also close to the Pyrenees mountains.

Life in Orin

In 2006, about 207 people lived in Orin. This makes it a very small community. Life in a small commune like Orin is often quiet. People might know their neighbors well. The village covers an area of about 4 square kilometers. This is roughly 1.5 square miles.

Who is in Charge?

Like all communes in France, Orin has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. From 2001 to 2008, Pierre Artiguet was the mayor of Orin.

The Mayor's Job

The mayor's job is very important. They help manage the daily life of the commune. This includes things like local services and public safety. They also represent the commune in larger government meetings. The mayor works to make the village a good place for everyone.

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