Rognes, Bouches-du-Rhône facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rognes
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 Rognes
Location in France
Rognes
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Bouches-du-Rhône | |
| Arrondissement | Aix-en-Provence | |
| Canton | Lambesc | |
| Intercommunality | Pays d'Aix | |
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58.32 km2 (22.52 sq mi) | |
| Population
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4,606 | |
| • Density | 78.978/km2 (204.55/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
13082 /13840
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| Elevation | 160–501 m (525–1,644 ft) (avg. 324 m or 1,063 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
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Rognes is a small town, also called a commune, located in the south of France. It is part of the Bouches-du-Rhône department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. In 2008, about 4,606 people lived in Rognes.
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What is Rognes?
Rognes is a charming commune in southern France. It is known for its beautiful landscapes and quiet atmosphere. A commune is like a local government area, similar to a town or a small city.
Where is Rognes located?
Rognes is situated in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. This area is famous for its sunny weather and lovely scenery. It is part of the Bouches-du-Rhône department, which is a division of France. The town is near Aix-en-Provence, a larger city.
How big is Rognes?
The area of Rognes is about 58.32 square kilometers. This makes it a medium-sized commune in terms of land area. The town sits at an elevation of about 324 meters above sea level. Its lowest point is 160 meters, and its highest point is 501 meters.
Who runs Rognes?
Like all communes in France, Rognes has a mayor who leads the local government. The mayor is responsible for managing the town's services and representing its people.
The Mayor of Rognes
From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Rognes was Jacky Pin. The mayor is elected by the people of the commune. They work to improve the daily lives of the residents. This includes things like local roads, schools, and community events.
How Rognes works with other towns
Rognes is part of an "intercommunality" group called Pays d'Aix. This means Rognes works together with other nearby communes. They share resources and make decisions about things that affect all their communities. This helps them manage services more efficiently.
See also
In Spanish: Rognes para niños
