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Poursiugues-Boucoue
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 Poursiugues-Boucoue
Location in France
Poursiugues-Boucoue
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Pyrénées-Atlantiques |
| Arrondissement | Pau |
| Canton | Arzacq-Arraziguet |
| Intercommunality | Communauté de communes du canton d'Arzacq |
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9.02 km2 (3.48 sq mi) |
| Population
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197 |
| • Density | 21.84/km2 (56.57/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
64457 /64410
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| Elevation | 110–197 m (361–646 ft) (avg. 149 m or 489 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Poursiugues-Boucoue is a small commune in southwestern France. A commune is like a local town or village area. It is part of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. A département is a type of region or administrative area in France.
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Discover Poursiugues-Boucoue
Poursiugues-Boucoue is located in the beautiful region of Pyrénées-Atlantiques. This area is known for its lovely landscapes and rich history. The commune is a quiet place, perfect for those who enjoy nature.
Where is Poursiugues-Boucoue?
This commune is found in the southwestern part of France. It is close to the Pyrenees mountains. The nearest large city is Pau. Poursiugues-Boucoue is part of the Pau arrondissement. An arrondissement is a smaller administrative area within a département.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It is like a town or a village. Each commune has its own local council. This council helps manage the daily life of the people living there.
Local Government
Poursiugues-Boucoue has a mayor who leads the local government. The mayor helps make decisions for the commune. For example, the mayor works on local services and community projects. Raymond Tremoulet was the mayor from 2008 to 2014.
The commune is also part of a larger group called an "intercommunality." This group helps different communes work together. They share resources and services. Poursiugues-Boucoue belongs to the Communauté de communes du canton d'Arzacq.
Facts and Figures
Poursiugues-Boucoue is a very small commune. In 2006, about 197 people lived there. The commune covers an area of 9.02 square kilometers. This is about 3.48 square miles.
The land in Poursiugues-Boucoue is not flat. Its elevation, or height above sea level, changes. The lowest point is 110 meters (361 feet). The highest point is 197 meters (646 feet). The average elevation is 149 meters (489 feet).
