Blacy, Yonne facts for kids
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Blacy
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 Blacy
Location in France
Blacy
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté |
| Department | Yonne |
| Arrondissement | Avallon |
| Canton | Chablis |
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9.06 km2 (3.50 sq mi) |
| Population
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108 |
| • Density | 11.92/km2 (30.87/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
89043 /89440
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| Elevation | 197–331 m (646–1,086 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Blacy is a small village, also known as a commune, located in the Yonne department in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of north-central France. It's a quiet place, typical of many small French communities.
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What is Blacy?
Blacy is a commune, which is the smallest type of administrative area in France. Think of it like a small town or village with its own local government. In 2006, Blacy had a population of about 108 people, making it a very small and close-knit community.
Where is Blacy Located?
Blacy is found in the Yonne department. A department is like a county or a larger administrative area within a region. The Yonne department is part of a bigger area called the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region. This region is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history.
Blacy is situated in the central part of France. It's not far from the city of Avallon, which is the main town for its arrondissement (a sub-division of a department). It's also part of the Chablis canton, which is a group of communes used for elections.
How Big is Blacy?
The area of Blacy is about 9.06 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 900 football fields! The land in Blacy ranges in height from 197 meters (about 646 feet) to 331 meters (about 1,086 feet) above sea level. This means it has some gentle hills and valleys.
Life in a French Commune
Life in a small commune like Blacy is often peaceful. People might know most of their neighbors, and the pace of life can be slower than in big cities. Communes have a mayor and a local council who make decisions about things like local roads, schools, and community events. Even though Blacy is small, it plays an important part in the local area.
What is a Mayor?
A mayor is the head of the local government in a commune. They are elected by the people who live there. The mayor's job is to manage the commune's affairs, represent its citizens, and make sure local services run smoothly. They work with a team of elected officials to serve the community.
See also
- In Spanish: Blacy (Yonne) para niños
