Château-sur-Allier facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Château-sur-Allier
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The church in Château-sur-Allier
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 Château-sur-Allier
Location in France
Château-sur-Allier
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Allier | |
| Arrondissement | Moulins | |
| Canton | Bourbon-l'Archambault | |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Lévis en Bocage Bourbonnais | |
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27.75 km2 (10.71 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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180 | |
| • Density | 6.49/km2 (16.8/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03064 /03320
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| Elevation | 180–233 m (591–764 ft) (avg. 187 m or 614 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. | ||
Château-sur-Allier is a small French commune. A commune is like a town or village in France. It is located in the Allier department. A department is a bit like a county or region. This area is in the center of France.
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What is Château-sur-Allier?
Château-sur-Allier is a quiet place in the heart of France. It is known for its peaceful countryside. The name "Château-sur-Allier" means "Castle on the Allier". This suggests it might have a history with a castle or be near the Allier River.
Where is Château-sur-Allier Located?
This commune is found in the Allier department. This department is part of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. It is in the central part of the country. The nearest big city is Moulins.
Who is in Charge of Château-sur-Allier?
Like all French communes, Château-sur-Allier has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They help manage the town's daily life. The mayor helps with things like schools, roads, and local services. The current mayor is Jean-Luc Mosnier. He has been serving the community since 2014.
How Many People Live There?
Château-sur-Allier is a very small commune. As of January 2019, about 180 people lived there. This makes it one of the smaller communities in the Allier department. People often enjoy the quiet life in such small villages.
