Modave

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Municipal flag Modave
 
Location on map of Belgium
Coat of arms Location of Modave in the province of Liège
Geography
Country Belgium
Region Flag of Wallonia Wallonia
Community Flag of Wallonia French Community
Province Flag of Liège (province) Liège
Arrondissement Huy
Coordinates 50°27′N 05°18′E / 50.45, 5.3Coordinates: 50°27′N 05°18′E / 50.45, 5.3
Area 40.37 km²
Population (Source: NIS)
Population
– Males
– Females
- Density
3,722 (January 1, 2006)
49.41%
50.59%
92 inhab./km²
Economy
Unemployment rate 13.37% (January 1, 2006)
Mean annual income 12,699 €/pers. (2003)
Government
Mayor Jules Lambrette (PS)
Governing parties PS
Other information
Postal codes 4577
Area codes 085
Web address www.modave.be

Modave is a municipality of Belgium. It lies in the country's Walloon Region and Province of Liege. On January 1, 2006 Modave had a total population of 3,722. The total area is 40.37 km² which gives a population density of 92 inhabitants per km². The magnificent "Château des Comtes de Marchin" or Castle of Modave is situated near the village of Modave.