Amalou, Algeria
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| Coordinates: 36°28′40″N 4°38′0″E / 36.47778°N 4.63333°E | |
| Country | Algeria |
| Province | Bejaia |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (West Africa Time) |
Amalou (Arabic: أمالو; Kabyle: Amalu) is a commune and town in northern Algeria. It is located in the Seddouk District of Béjaïa Province, within the Kabylie region.
Amalou lies in the Soummam Valley in northern Algeria, a region known for its Mediterranean climate and hilly terrain. The commune covers an area of approximately 57.14 km² and sits at an elevation of about 430–490 m above sea level.
The town is surrounded by other settlements and localities such as Akourma, Bouhamza, and Seddouk.
Population
According to the 2008 census, the population of Amalou was 8,602. Historical demographic information shows some fluctuation in population over time.
Administration
Amalou is administered as a commune within the Béjaïa Province (Wilaya de Béjaïa), adhering to Algeria’s standard municipal governance structure. It has its own People’s Municipal Assembly (Assemblée Populaire Communale) that manages local administrative matters.
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