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Saint-Armou
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Saint-Armou is located in France
Saint-Armou
Saint-Armou
Location in France
Saint-Armou is located in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Saint-Armou
Saint-Armou
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Country France
Region Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Department Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Arrondissement Pau
Canton Pays de Morlaàs et du Montanérès
Intercommunality Nord Est Béarn
Area
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12.38 km2 (4.78 sq mi)
Population
 (Jan. 2021)
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Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
64470 /64160
Elevation 178–310 m (584–1,017 ft)
(avg. 195 m or 640 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Saint-Armou is a small area in the southwestern part of France. It is known as a commune. A commune is like a local town or village area. Saint-Armou is located in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département. A département is similar to a county or a larger administrative region in other countries.

About Saint-Armou

Saint-Armou is part of the beautiful Pyrénées-Atlantiques region. This area is famous for its stunning landscapes. It has both mountains and coastal areas. The commune itself is a peaceful place. It is home to a community of people. They live and work together there.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it as a town or village. It has its own local council. This council makes decisions for the people living there. Every part of France belongs to a commune. Even big cities like Paris are made up of many communes.

Local Government in Saint-Armou

Each commune has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are elected by the people. The mayor of Saint-Armou is Frédéric Cayrafourcq. He works with a team of elected officials. They help manage the daily life of the commune. This includes things like local services and public spaces.

The Mayor's Role

The mayor and the local council have important jobs. They look after the commune's budget. They also manage local schools and roads. They help with community events. Their goal is to make Saint-Armou a great place to live. They serve the people from 2020 to 2026.

Geography and Location

Saint-Armou is located in the Pau arrondissement. An arrondissement is a smaller division within a département. It helps with administration. The commune is also part of the Pays de Morlaàs et du Montanérès canton. A canton is another administrative area. It is used for elections.

Elevation and Area

Saint-Armou is situated at an elevation of about 195 meters (640 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 178 meters (584 feet). Its highest point is 310 meters (1,017 feet). The total area of Saint-Armou is 12.38 square kilometers (4.78 square miles). This gives you an idea of its size.

Population of Saint-Armou

The number of people living in Saint-Armou changes over time. Like many small communes, its population might grow or shrink. The local government works to support all its residents. They make sure the commune meets the needs of its community.

See also

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