# Nouzonville

> commune in Ardennes, France

**Wikidata**: [Q379127](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q379127)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nouzonville)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/nouzonville

## Summary
Nouzonville is a commune located in the Ardennes department of France. It serves as the administrative center for the canton of Nouzonville and features key infrastructure like the Gare de Nouzonville railway station. The commune has a documented history of population fluctuations, with official records showing varying resident counts over time.

## Key Facts
- Nouzonville is classified as a commune in the Ardennes department of France.
- It is the seat of the canton of Nouzonville, a territorial division in France with 13 sitelinks on Wikidata.
- The Gare de Nouzonville is a railway station situated within the commune, associated with France and having 6 sitelinks on Wikidata.
- The official website for Nouzonville is http://www.nouzonville.com.
- Population figures for Nouzonville include: 6214, 5997, 6008, 5836, 5760, 7798, 7797, 7355, 6970, 6869, 6447, 6312, 5689, 5635, 5592, 5548, and 5523 residents.
- Geographic coordinates of Nouzonville are latitude 49.815 and longitude 4.745.
- Nouzonville has 47 sitelinks across Wikimedia projects.
- The Wikipedia article title for the commune is Nouzonville.
- The Wikidata description of Nouzonville is "commune in Ardennes, France."

## FAQs
What administrative divisions is Nouzonville part of?  
Nouzonville functions as a commune within the Ardennes department in France and acts as the central hub for the canton of Nouzonville, which is a standard French territorial unit linked to the country with 13 Wikidata sitelinks. This setup places it in a regional context typical of northeastern France.

Where can I find more information about Nouzonville and how do I get there?  
The official website at http://www.nouzonville.com provides details on local governance and services for the commune. For travel, the Gare de Nouzonville railway station offers rail connections directly in the area, tied to France with 6 Wikidata sitelinks.

What are the population trends in Nouzonville?  
Historical population data for Nouzonville shows a range from 5523 to 7798 residents across recorded periods, including figures like 6214, 5997, 6008, 5836, 5760, 7798, 7797, 7355, 6970, 6869, 6447, 6312, 5689, 5635, 5592, 5548, and 5523. These numbers reflect changes over time without specified years, indicating variability in this small French commune.

How is Nouzonville represented online and geographically?  
Nouzonville appears under the Wikipedia title "Nouzonville" and has a Wikidata entry described as "commune in Ardennes, France," supported by 47 sitelinks across projects. Its precise location is at latitude 49.815 and longitude 4.745, anchoring it in the Ardennes region.

## Why It Matters
Nouzonville represents a quintessential small-scale administrative unit in rural France, contributing to the decentralized governance structure that defines the country's communes as the foundational layer of local democracy. By hosting the canton of Nouzonville, it plays a pivotal role in regional coordination, influencing policy on everything from infrastructure to community services for surrounding areas in Ardennes. The presence of the Gare de Nouzonville railway station underscores its connectivity, facilitating economic ties and mobility in a historically industrial part of France, where population shifts—ranging from peaks near 7800 to lows around 5500—highlight broader demographic challenges like rural depopulation and migration. This commune's documented coordinates and online presence, including 47 Wikidata sitelinks and an official website, make it a accessible case study for understanding how local entities sustain cultural and administrative relevance amid changing times, ensuring that even modest places like Nouzonville remain integral to national identity and regional development.

## Notable For
- Serving as the administrative core for the canton of Nouzonville, distinguishing it as a key subdivisional hub in Ardennes with dedicated Wikidata representation.
- Hosting the Gare de Nouzonville, a localized railway facility that enhances its transport infrastructure compared to more isolated rural communes.
- Exhibiting a wide population variance in records, from 7798 at its documented high to 5523 at its low, reflecting unique demographic dynamics in a French commune setting.
- Maintaining a robust online footprint with 47 Wikidata sitelinks, surpassing typical visibility for similarly sized entities in the region.

## Body
### Administrative Status and Location
Nouzonville operates as a commune in the Ardennes department of France. This classification aligns with the standard French system where communes handle local affairs. The Wikidata description confirms it as "commune in Ardennes, France." Its geographic position is fixed at latitude 49.815 and longitude 4.745, placing it in the northeastern part of the country.

### Related Territorial Divisions
Nouzonville is directly linked to the canton of Nouzonville. This canton represents a mid-level administrative division in France, with ties to the country code  on Wikidata. The canton has 13 sitelinks, indicating moderate cross-project documentation. As the namesake, Nouzonville anchors this canton's identity and functions.

### Infrastructure and Connectivity
The Gare de Nouzonville stands as a primary railway station within the commune. Located in Nouzonville, France, it connects to the national rail network under country . Wikidata tracks it with 6 sitelinks, emphasizing its role in local transport. This station supports accessibility for residents and visitors alike.

### Population Data
Population records for Nouzonville span multiple figures without attached years. The documented counts are 6214, 5997, 6008, 5836, 5760, 7798, 7797, 7355, 6970, 6869, 6447, 6312, 5689, 5635, 5592, 5548, and 5523. These values show fluctuations, with the highest at 7798 and the lowest at 5523. Such data points illustrate the commune's scale as a small settlement.

### Online Presence and Documentation
Nouzonville maintains an official website at http://www.nouzonville.com, serving as a resource for community information. On Wikimedia platforms, it holds the Wikipedia title "Nouzonville." The entity boasts 47 sitelinks across projects, reflecting broad coverage. This digital footprint aids in global awareness of the commune.

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1. [Sandre](https://www.sandre.eaufrance.fr/geo/CoursEau/B---0000)
2. Virtual International Authority File
3. dataset of postal codes in France. 2018
4. INSEE code
5. répertoire géographique des communes
6. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
7. Annuaire de service-public.fr
8. Recensement de la population 2015. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies. 2017
9. Populations légales 2016
10. Populations légales 2017
11. Populations légales 2018
12. [Populations légales communales depuis 1968. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies](https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2522602)
13. Populations légales 2019
14. Populations légales 2020
15. Populations légales 2021
16. Populations de référence 2022
17. Populations de référence 2023
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22. [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)
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