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Orsanco is located in France
Orsanco
Orsanco
Location in France
Orsanco is located in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Orsanco
Orsanco
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Country France
Region Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Department Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Arrondissement Bayonne
Canton Pays de Bidache, Amikuze et Ostibarre
Intercommunality Pays Basque
Area
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9.35 km2 (3.61 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2021)
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Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
64429 /64120
Elevation 72–307 m (236–1,007 ft)
(avg. 146 m or 479 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Orsanco is a small and interesting commune in the southwestern part of France. A commune is like a local town or village area. Orsanco is located in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département, which is a type of administrative region in France.

Exploring Orsanco

Orsanco is found in the beautiful region of Lower Navarre, which is part of the larger Pyrénées-Atlantiques department. This area is known for its stunning landscapes and rich history. The commune is nestled among hills, with its highest point reaching 307 meters (about 1,007 feet) above sea level. The lowest point is 72 meters (about 236 feet).

Location and Surroundings

Orsanco is situated in the Bayonne arrondissement, which is a smaller administrative division within the department. It's also part of the canton of Pays de Bidache, Amikuze et Ostibarre. This means it's connected to several nearby towns and villages. The commune covers an area of about 9.35 square kilometers (about 3.6 square miles).

Population and Community

As of the latest information, Orsanco is home to a small community of people. The exact population numbers are updated regularly. Even though it's a small place, every commune in France plays an important role in the country's local government and culture.

Local Government

Like all communes in France, Orsanco has a mayor who leads the local government. The current mayor is Jean-Marc Bonzom, who was elected for the term from 2020 to 2026. The mayor and the local council work together to manage the daily life of the commune. They handle things like local services, town planning, and community events. Orsanco is also part of the Pays Basque intercommunality, which means it works with other nearby communes on shared projects and services.

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