Roquetaillade-et-Conilhac facts for kids
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Roquetaillade-et-Conilhac
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A general view of Roquetaillade
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 Roquetaillade-et-Conilhac
Location in France
Roquetaillade-et-Conilhac
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France |
| Region | Occitanie |
| Department | Aude |
| Arrondissement | Limoux |
| Canton | La Haute-Vallée de l'Aude |
| Intercommunality | Limouxin |
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15.80 km2 (6.10 sq mi) |
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271 |
| • Density | 17.15/km2 (44.42/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
11323 /11300
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| Elevation | 240–654 m (787–2,146 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Roquetaillade-et-Conilhac is a small town, also called a commune, located in the south of France. It's found in a part of France known as the Aude department. This town was created quite recently, on January 1, 2019, when two smaller towns, Roquetaillade and Conilhac-de-la-Montagne, joined together.
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What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is like a local government area or a small town. It's the smallest way that France is divided up for local management. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They help manage things like schools, roads, and local services.
Where is Roquetaillade-et-Conilhac?
Roquetaillade-et-Conilhac is located in the Aude department. This department is in the southern part of France. It's known for its beautiful landscapes and history. The town is part of the Limoux area.
How High is the Town?
The land around Roquetaillade-et-Conilhac varies in height. The lowest parts are about 240 meters (787 feet) above sea level. The highest points reach about 654 meters (2,146 feet). This means it has some hills and valleys.
How the Town Was Formed
Roquetaillade-et-Conilhac was officially created on January 1, 2019. It was formed by combining two older communes:
This type of new town is called a commune nouvelle in French. It helps manage resources better when smaller towns join forces.
Who Runs the Town?
Like all communes in France, Roquetaillade-et-Conilhac has a mayor. The current mayor is Dominique Azam. Mayors are elected by the people living in the commune. They serve a term, which is a set period of time. Mayor Azam's term is from 2020 to 2026. The mayor works with a local council to make decisions for the town.
How Many People Live Here?
As of 2021, the population of Roquetaillade-et-Conilhac was 271 people. This makes it a small and quiet community. The total area of the commune is 15.80 square kilometers (about 6.1 square miles).
