Buissard facts for kids
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Buissard
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The hamlet of Rissents, within Buissard
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 Buissard
Location in France
Buissard
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 | Saint-Bonnet-en-Champsaur |
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2.92 km2 (1.13 sq mi) |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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215 |
| • Density | 73.63/km2 (190.7/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
05025 /05500
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| Elevation | 1,026–1,340 m (3,366–4,396 ft) (avg. 1,240 m or 4,070 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Buissard is a small village, also known as a commune, located in the Hautes-Alpes department in southeastern France. It's nestled in the beautiful French Alps, a famous mountain range. This charming village is known for its peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty.
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Discovering Buissard
Buissard is part of the Hautes-Alpes department, which is in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France. The village is quite small, covering an area of about 2.92 square kilometers (1.13 square miles). It sits at an average height of 1,240 meters (4,068 feet) above sea level. This means it's high up in the mountains!
What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is like a local government area, similar to a town or a small district. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. Buissard is one of many communes that make up the Hautes-Alpes department.
Who Lives in Buissard?
Buissard is a very small community. In January 2019, its population was about 215 people. The number of people living in Buissard has changed over the years. For example, in 1962, there were 95 residents, and by 2008, the population had grown to 172. This shows that while it remains a small village, more people have chosen to live there over time.
Getting Around Buissard
Even though Buissard is a small mountain village, it has several roads that connect it to other places. The main roads passing through the commune include the D15, D15A, D15B, and D945. These roads help residents and visitors travel in and out of the village, making it accessible despite its mountain location.
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The hamlet of Rissents, a small part of Buissard, surrounded by nature.
See also
- Communes of Hautes-Alpes
