Beaumont, Ardèche facts for kids
Beaumont is a small town and a type of local area called a commune in the Ardèche département. It's located in the southern part of France. Think of a commune like a small town or village with its own local government.
Quick facts for kids
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Location in France
Beaumont
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ardèche |
| Arrondissement | Largentière |
| Canton | Les Cévennes ardéchoises |
| Intercommunality | Pays Beaume-Drobie |
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19.16 km2 (7.40 sq mi) |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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251 |
| • Density | 13.100/km2 (33.93/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07029 /07110
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| Elevation | 207–1,000 m (679–3,281 ft) (avg. 620 m or 2,030 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
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What is a French Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of local government area in France. It's like a city, town, or village. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council. They make decisions about things like schools, roads, and local services for the people who live there.
Where is Beaumont Located?
Beaumont is in the Ardèche département. A département is a bit like a county or a region in other countries. Ardèche is known for its beautiful natural areas, including mountains and rivers. Beaumont is in the southern part of this département.
Who Leads Beaumont?
The mayor of Beaumont is Agnès Audibert. She was elected for the term from 2020 to 2026. The mayor is in charge of the commune's daily operations and represents its people. Beaumont is also part of a larger group of communes called "Pays Beaume-Drobie," which helps them work together on bigger projects.
How Many People Live There?
As of January 2019, about 251 people lived in Beaumont. This makes it a very small and quiet place. The area of the commune is about 19.16 square kilometers.
See also
In Spanish: Beaumont (Ardèche) para niños
