# Froyelles

> commune in Somme, France

**Wikidata**: [Q157653](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q157653)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Froyelles)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/froyelles

## Summary
Froyelles is a commune located in the Somme department of northern France. It is part of the canton of Crécy-en-Ponthieu and falls under the administrative jurisdiction of the arrondissement of Abbeville.

## Key Facts
- **Country**: France
- **Region**: Hauts-de-France
- **Department**: Somme
- **Arrondissement**: Abbeville
- **Canton**: Crécy-en-Ponthieu
- **Type**: Commune (municipality)
- **Coordinates**: Latitude 50.227777777778, Longitude 1.9275
- **Population Estimates**: 117, 116, 113, 105, 100, 97, 94, 91, 94, 96 (historical data points)
- **Wikipedia Title**: Froyelles
- **Wikidata Description**: commune in Somme, France
- **Sitelink Count**: 40

## FAQs
**What is Froyelles?**  
Froyelles is a commune in the Somme department in the Hauts-de-France region of northern France. It is administratively part of the canton of Crécy-en-Ponthieu and the arrondissement of Abbeville.

**Where is Froyelles located?**  
Froyelles is situated in the Somme department, which was established on March 4, 1790. The commune lies within the canton of Crécy-en-Ponthieu and the arrondissement of Abbeville, both located in the northern region of France.

**What administrative divisions is Froyelles part of?**  
Froyelles belongs to the following administrative divisions:
- Country: France
- Department: Somme
- Arrondissement: Abbeville
- Canton: Crécy-en-Ponthieu

**What is the population of Froyelles?**  
Population estimates for Froyelles include values such as 117, 116, 113, 105, 100, 97, 94, 91, 94, and 96, based on historical data.

**What geographic coordinates correspond to Froyelles?**  
Froyelles is located at latitude 50.227777777778 and longitude 1.9275.

## Why It Matters
Froyelles represents a local administrative unit within the broader governance structure of France. As a commune, it plays a role in the decentralized administration of the French Republic, contributing to local governance, community services, and regional identity. Its inclusion in the Somme department situates it within a historically significant region of France, known for its role in World War I and its cultural heritage.

## Notable For
- Being part of the canton of Crécy-en-Ponthieu, a key local administrative subdivision
- Belonging to the arrondissement of Abbeville, which oversees several communes in the Somme department
- Situated in the Somme department, one of the original 1790 departments of France
- Holding a modest but historically consistent population, with recorded estimates ranging from 91 to 117
- Geographic positioning in northern France, near historically significant areas such as the former Western Front

## Body

### Location and Administrative Structure
Froyelles is a commune in the Somme department, which is part of the Hauts-de-France region in northern France. It is administratively classified under:
- The **arrondissement of Abbeville**, an administrative division overseeing multiple communes in the area
- The **canton of Crécy-en-Ponthieu**, which groups several communes for electoral and administrative purposes

The commune is part of the decentralized structure of France, where local governance is managed at the municipal level while being integrated into broader regional and national frameworks.

### Geographic Context
Froyelles is located at:
- **Latitude**: 50.227777777778
- **Longitude**: 1.9275

This places it within the northern plains of France, near areas historically significant for agriculture and World War I heritage. The Somme department, established on March 4, 1790, is known for its rural landscapes and historical landmarks.

### Demographics and Population
Historical population estimates for Froyelles include:
- 117
- 116
- 113
- 105
- 100
- 97
- 94
- 91
- 94
- 96

These figures reflect the commune's modest size and rural character, typical of many small communes in the Somme region.

### Governance and Political Structure
As a **commune of France**, Froyelles operates under the national framework established since 1789. It is governed locally by a mayor and municipal council, while also being subject to oversight from:
- The **canton** (Crécy-en-Ponthieu)
- The **arrondissement** (Abbeville)
- The **department** (Somme)
- The **state** (France)

This multi-tiered governance ensures local representation while maintaining integration with national policies.

### Cultural and Historical Context
Froyelles is part of the broader cultural and historical landscape of the Somme, a department known for:
- Its role in World War I, particularly the Battle of the Somme
- Rural heritage and agricultural traditions
- Proximity to historical sites such as the town of Crécy-en-Ponthieu, from which its canton derives its name

The commune contributes to the identity of the Hauts-de-France region, which blends historical significance with modern rural life.

### Related Entities and Connections
Froyelles is directly connected to:
- **Somme**: The department it belongs to, established in 1790
- **Crécy-en-Ponthieu**: The canton it is grouped under for local governance
- **Abbeville**: The arrondissement overseeing its administrative functions
- **France**: The sovereign state of which it is a territorial subdivision

These relationships situate Froyelles within the broader French administrative hierarchy, linking it to both local and national governance structures.

## References

1. BnF authorities
2. dataset of postal codes in France. 2018
3. INSEE code
4. répertoire géographique des communes
5. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
6. Annuaire de service-public.fr
7. Recensement de la population 2015. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies. 2017
8. Populations légales 2016
9. Populations légales 2017
10. Populations légales 2018
11. Populations légales 2019
12. Populations légales 2020
13. Populations légales 2021
14. Populations de référence 2022
15. Populations de référence 2023
16. [Code officiel géographique](https://www.insee.fr/fr/information/3363419)
17. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies
18. GeoNames
19. [répertoire géographique des communes. 2015](https://wxs-telechargement.ign.fr/83edtfdyqte031y0ra49d2e3/telechargement/inspire/RGC-2015-01$RGC2015/file/RGC2015.7z)
20. [2016](https://data.geopf.fr/telechargement/download/GEOFLA/GEOFLA_2-2_COMMUNE_SHP_LAMB93_FXX_2016-06-28/GEOFLA_2-2_COMMUNE_SHP_LAMB93_FXX_2016-06-28.7z)
21. [Code officiel géographique. 2017](https://www.insee.fr/fr/information/2560698)