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Pecq
Pècq (Picard)
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 Pecq
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | |
| Community | French Community | |
| Region | Wallonia | |
| Province | Hainaut | |
| Arrondissement | Tournai-Mouscron | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 32.91 km2 (12.71 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| Postal codes |
7740-7742-7743
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| Area codes | 056 - 069 | |
| Website | www.pecq.be | |
Pecq is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in Belgium. It is part of a region called Wallonia and can be found in the Hainaut province.
This municipality is made up of several smaller areas or "districts." These include Pecq itself, along with Esquelmes, Hérinnes, Obigies, and Warcoing.
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What is Pecq?
Pecq is a charming municipality in the western part of Belgium. It's known for its peaceful countryside and friendly communities. The area is mostly rural, meaning it has lots of farms and open spaces.
Where is Pecq located?
Pecq is situated in the Hainaut province, which is in the French-speaking region of Wallonia. It's close to the city of Tournai, which is a larger center. Its location makes it a quiet place to live, away from big city noise.
How is Pecq governed?
Like many towns, Pecq has a local government that helps run things. This government is led by a mayor, who is like the town's leader. The current mayor is Aurélien Brabant from the Ecolo party.
Local Politics in Pecq
The local government in Pecq is made up of different groups or "parties." These parties work together to make decisions for the municipality. The main groups are "Community" (led by ECOLO) and "Actions" (led by the PS). There are also other groups like "Pecq autrement" and "GO." These groups have a total of 17 seats on the local council, which is where decisions are made.
Districts of Pecq
The municipality of Pecq is not just one town. It's a collection of five different districts, each with its own unique feel. These districts are:
- Pecq (the main town)
- Warcoing
- Hérinnes
- Esquelmes
- Obigies
Each district has its own postal code, which helps with mail delivery. For example, Pecq and Warcoing share the 7740 postal code. Hérinnes uses 7742, and Esquelmes and Obigies use 7743.
See also
- In Spanish: Pecq para niños
