Besson, Allier facts for kids
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An aerial view of Besson
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 Besson
Location in France
Besson
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Allier | |
| Arrondissement | Moulins | |
| Canton | Souvigny | |
| Intercommunality | Moulins | |
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47.16 km2 (18.21 sq mi) | |
| Population
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761 | |
| • Density | 16.137/km2 (41.79/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03026 /03210
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| Elevation | 224–350 m (735–1,148 ft) (avg. 250 m or 820 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Besson is a small and charming French commune. It is located in the Allier department. This area is right in the center of France.
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What is Besson?
Besson is a type of local area in France called a commune. Think of it like a town or a small district. It has its own local government.
Where is Besson located?
Besson is found in the Allier department. This department is part of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It is known for its beautiful countryside.
How many people live in Besson?
As of January 2019, about 761 people lived in Besson. This makes it a small community. It is a quiet place to live.
What is the land like in Besson?
Besson covers an area of about 47 square kilometers. This is roughly 18 square miles. The land here is mostly flat. It has some gentle hills. The elevation ranges from 224 meters to 350 meters above sea level. This means it is not very mountainous.
Who is in charge of Besson?
Like all French communes, Besson has a mayor. The mayor helps run the local government. The mayor of Besson is Frédéric Verdier. He was elected for the term from 2014 to 2020. The mayor works with a local council. They make decisions for the community.
What is an intercommunality?
Besson is part of an "intercommunality" called Moulins. This means Besson works with nearby communes. They share services and projects. This helps them manage resources better. It is like a group of towns working together.
See also
In Spanish: Besson para niños
