Vaas, Sarthe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vaas
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 Vaas
Location in France
Vaas
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Pays de la Loire | |
| Department | Sarthe | |
| Arrondissement | La Flèche | |
| Canton | Mayet | |
| Intercommunality | Communauté de communes Aune et Loir | |
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30.14 km2 (11.64 sq mi) | |
| Population
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1,635 | |
| • Density | 54.247/km2 (140.50/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Védaquais, Védaquaise | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
72364 /72500
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| Elevation | 39–116 m (128–381 ft) | |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Vaas is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the western part of France. It is found in the region called Pays de la Loire, within the Sarthe department.
About Vaas
Vaas is a charming commune in France. A commune is like a local government area, similar to a town or a small city. It has its own local council and a mayor who helps run things. Vaas is known for its peaceful surroundings and the beautiful nature around it.
Where is Vaas Located?
Vaas is situated in the Sarthe department, which is part of the Pays de la Loire region. This region is in the western part of France. The town is located between the cities of Le Mans and Tours. It's not far from the Loir River, which adds to its scenic beauty.
How Big is Vaas?
Vaas covers an area of about 30 square kilometers (which is around 11.6 square miles). In 2006, about 1,635 people lived there. The people who live in Vaas are called Védaquais (for males) or Védaquaise (for females). The town's elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 39 meters to 116 meters.
Local Government in Vaas
Like all communes in France, Vaas has a local government. The town is part of the La Flèche and the Mayet. These are larger administrative areas that help organize different towns and villages. The mayor of Vaas helps make decisions for the community. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Raymond Buron. Vaas also works with other nearby towns as part of the Communauté de communes Aune et Loir, which means they cooperate on projects that benefit everyone in the area.
