Bromont-Lamothe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bromont-Lamothe
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The Sioule Viaduct in Bromont-Lamothe
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 Bromont-Lamothe
Location in France
Bromont-Lamothe
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Puy-de-Dôme | |
| Arrondissement | Riom | |
| Canton | Saint-Ours | |
| Intercommunality | Pontgibaud Sioule et Volcans | |
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38.07 km2 (14.70 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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982 | |
| • Density | 25.795/km2 (66.81/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
63055 /63230
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| Elevation | 574–906 m (1,883–2,972 ft) (avg. 774 m or 2,539 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. | ||
Bromont-Lamothe is a small commune located in central France. It is part of the Puy-de-Dôme department. This area is found within the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.
A commune is like a local town or village area. It has its own local government. Bromont-Lamothe is a quiet place. It has a population of about 982 people. This number was recorded in January 2019. The commune covers an area of about 38 square kilometers.
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Exploring Bromont-Lamothe's Location
Bromont-Lamothe is situated in a beautiful part of France. It is known for its natural surroundings. The commune's elevation changes quite a bit.
Highs and Lows of the Land
The lowest point in Bromont-Lamothe is 574 meters above sea level. This is like being at the bottom of a valley. The highest point reaches 906 meters. This means there are hills or small mountains. The average elevation is around 774 meters.
The Sioule Viaduct
One important landmark in Bromont-Lamothe is the Sioule Viaduct. A viaduct is a long bridge. It carries a road or railway over a valley or river. The Sioule Viaduct is a notable structure in the area. It helps connect different parts of the region.
How Bromont-Lamothe is Governed
Every commune in France has a local government. This government helps manage the daily life of its citizens. Bromont-Lamothe is no different.
The Mayor and Local Council
The head of the commune is called the Mayor. The mayor is elected by the people. They work with a local council. This council makes decisions for the community. Jean-Claude Grange was the mayor of Bromont-Lamothe. He served from 2014 to 2020.
Working with Other Communes
Bromont-Lamothe also works with nearby communes. This is called "intercommunality." They form groups to share services. For Bromont-Lamothe, this group is called Pontgibaud Sioule et Volcans. This helps them manage things like waste or public transport more easily.
Quick Facts About Bromont-Lamothe
- Department: Puy-de-Dôme
- Region: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
- Country: France
- Population (2019): 982 people
- Area: 38.07 square kilometers
- Postal Code: 63230
- INSEE Code: 63055 (This is a special code for French communes)
