Avançon, Hautes-Alpes facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Avançon
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A general view of the village of Avançon
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 Avançon
Location in France
Avançon
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Hautes-Alpes | |
| Arrondissement | Gap | |
| Canton | Tallard | |
| Intercommunality | Serre-Ponçon Val Avance | |
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22.57 km2 (8.71 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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419 | |
| • Density | 18.564/km2 (48.08/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
05011 /05230
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| Elevation | 718–1,629 m (2,356–5,344 ft) (avg. 900 m or 3,000 ft) |
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Avançon is a charming small village located in the Hautes-Alpes department in southeastern France. It is known as a commune, which is like a local government area or a small town. Avançon is nestled in a beautiful mountainous region, offering scenic views and a peaceful environment.
Life in Avançon
Avançon is a quiet place where people live and work. The village is part of the Serre-Ponçon Val d'Avance community, which helps different villages work together on projects. The mayor, Laurent Nicolas, helps lead the community.
Population Changes
Avançon is a small community. In January 2019, about 419 people lived there. The number of people living in Avançon has changed a bit over the years.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 2006 | 350 | — |
| 2007 | 346 | −1.1% |
| 2008 | 352 | +1.7% |
| 2009 | 372 | +5.7% |
| 2010 | 391 | +5.1% |
| 2011 | 410 | +4.9% |
| 2012 | 407 | −0.7% |
| 2013 | 404 | −0.7% |
| 2014 | 403 | −0.2% |
| 2015 | 402 | −0.2% |
| 2016 | 401 | −0.2% |
For example, in 2006, there were around 350 residents. By 2016, the population had grown to about 402 people. This shows that while it remains a small village, its population has seen some growth.
Getting Around Avançon
Several roads help people travel through Avançon and connect it to other places.
Main Roads
The main roads that pass through the commune are:
- D6
- D6B
- D11
- D11A
- D111
- D942
These roads are important for residents to get to nearby towns and for visitors to explore the area.
See also
In Spanish: Avançon (Altos Alpes) para niños
