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Caderousse
Coat of arms of Caderousse
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Caderousse is located in France
Caderousse
Caderousse
Location in France
Caderousse is located in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Caderousse
Caderousse
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Country France
Region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Department Vaucluse
Arrondissement Avignon
Canton Orange-Ouest
Intercommunality Pays de Rhône et Ouvèze
Area
1
32.39 km2 (12.51 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
2,496
 • Density 77.061/km2 (199.59/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
84027 /84860
Elevation 23–40 m (75–131 ft)
(avg. 27 m or 89 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Caderousse is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the south of France. It is part of the Vaucluse department, which is in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. In 1999, about 2,496 people lived there.

What is Caderousse?

Caderousse is a typical French commune. A commune is the smallest type of local government area in France. Think of it like a town or a village with its own local council and mayor.

Where is Caderousse Located?

Caderousse is situated in the southeastern part of France. It's near the city of Avignon. The area is known for its beautiful landscapes and sunny weather.

How Many People Live There?

According to the 1999 count, Caderousse had a population of 2,496 people. This makes it a small but lively community. The number of people living in a place helps us understand its size.

Life in Caderousse

Life in Caderousse is centered around its community. Like many communes in France, it has its own local services and traditions. People living there are part of the larger Vaucluse department.

What is a Mayor?

A mayor is the leader of a commune, like Caderousse. The mayor is elected by the people who live there. Their job is to manage the town's daily life and make decisions for the community. For example, Serge Fidèle was the mayor of Caderousse from 2001 to 2008.

What is a Commune?

A commune is a basic unit of local government in France. It's like a city, town, or village that has its own administration. Each commune has a mayor and a council to help run things. Caderousse is one of many communes in France.

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