Geetbets

Geetbets (Dutch pronunciation: [ˌɣeːdˈbɛts]) is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Flemish Brabant. The municipality comprises the towns of Geetbets proper, Grazen and Rummen. On January 1, 2006, Geetbets had a total population of 5,765. The total area is 35.17 km2 which gives a population density of 164 inhabitants per km2.

Geetbets
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Geetbets
Location in Belgium
Location of Geetbets in Flemish Brabant
Coordinates: 50°53′N 05°07′E
CountryBelgium
CommunityFlemish Community
RegionFlemish Region
ProvinceFlemish Brabant
ArrondissementLeuven
Government
  MayorJo Roggen (Open VLD)
  Governing party/iesCD&V, sp.a, DNA
Area
  Total35.17 km2 (13.58 sq mi)
Population
 (2018-01-01)[1]
  Total6,035
  Density170/km2 (440/sq mi)
Postal codes
3450, 3454
Area codes011, 013
Websitewww.geetbets.be

Notable people

Jane Brigode (born Jane Ouwerx) (Rummen, 30 May 1870-Vorst, 3 May 1952), a Belgian liberal and politician.

References

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