Saint-Augustin, Pas-de-Calais facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Augustin
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The church of Clarques
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 Saint-Augustin
Location in France
Saint-Augustin
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France |
| Region | Hauts-de-France |
| Department | Pas-de-Calais |
| Arrondissement | Saint-Omer |
| Canton | Fruges |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Saint-Omer |
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11.80 km2 (4.56 sq mi) |
| Population
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842 |
| • Density | 71.36/km2 (184.81/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
62691 /62120
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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. | |
Saint-Augustin is a small town, called a commune, located in northern France. It is part of the Pas-de-Calais department.
This commune was created on January 1, 2016. It was formed by joining two older communes: Clarques and Rebecques.
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What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France. Think of it like a local town or village. Each commune has its own mayor and local government. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services.
Where is Saint-Augustin Located?
Saint-Augustin is in the Pas-de-Calais department. This area is in the north of France. It is known for its history and its closeness to the English Channel.
Joining Together: A New Commune
Before 2016, Clarques and Rebecques were separate communes. On January 1, 2016, they decided to merge. This created the new, larger commune of Saint-Augustin. Joining communes can help them share resources and work together more efficiently.
Who Leads Saint-Augustin?
Like all communes, Saint-Augustin has a mayor. The mayor helps run the town and makes decisions for its people. The current mayor is René Allouchery. He was elected for the term from 2020 to 2026.
Working with Other Towns
Saint-Augustin is also part of a larger group of communes. This group is called the Communauté d'agglomération du Pays de Saint-Omer. These groups help towns work together on bigger projects. This could include things like public transport or economic development.
