Chabestan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chabestan
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The Roc de Longue Dent
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 Chabestan
Location in France
Chabestan
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 | Serres | |
| Intercommunality | Deux Buëch | |
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12.2 km2 (4.7 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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155 | |
| • Density | 12.70/km2 (32.91/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
05028 /05400
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| Elevation | 715–1,360 m (2,346–4,462 ft) (avg. 734 m or 2,408 ft) |
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Chabestan is a small and quiet village in the Hautes-Alpes department of France. It is known as a "commune," which is like a local government area or a small town. This charming place is found in the beautiful French countryside.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Chabestan has changed over the years. This is called its "population." Knowing the population helps us understand how a village grows or shrinks.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1962 | 101 | — |
| 1968 | 113 | +11.9% |
| 1975 | 101 | −10.6% |
| 1982 | 105 | +4.0% |
| 1990 | 112 | +6.7% |
| 1999 | 126 | +12.5% |
| 2008 | 131 | +4.0% |
In 1962, about 101 people lived in Chabestan. By 2008, this number had grown to 131. The latest count in January 2019 showed 155 people. This shows that more people are choosing to live in this lovely village.
Getting Around Chabestan
Roads are very important for connecting places and helping people travel. Several roads pass through Chabestan, making it easy to get to and from the village.
Important Roads
The D48, D49, D448, D548, and D994 roads all go through the commune. These roads help link Chabestan to other towns and cities nearby.
See also
In Spanish: Chabestan para niños
