Chaserey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chaserey
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Country | France |
Region | Grand Est |
Department | Aube |
Arrondissement | Troyes |
Canton | Les Riceys |
Intercommunality | Chaourçois |
Area
1
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6.86 km2 (2.65 sq mi) |
Population
(Jan. 2019)
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53 |
• Density | 7.73/km2 (20.01/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
INSEE/Postal code |
10087 /10210
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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. |
Chaserey is a small commune in the Aube department in north-central France. A commune is like a small town or village with its own local government. Chaserey is located in the region of Champagne-Ardenne, which is famous for its sparkling wine.
About Chaserey
Chaserey is a very small place. As of January 2019, only 53 people lived there. This makes it one of the smallest communes in France. The area of Chaserey is about 6.86 square kilometers (about 2.65 square miles).
Location and Geography
Chaserey is found in the Troyes area, which is part of the Aube department. It is also close to a place called Les Riceys. The land in Chaserey is about 240 meters (around 787 feet) above sea level. This means it's not very high up, but it's not flat either.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Chaserey has a mayor who helps run the local government. The mayor of Chaserey is Nicolas Despres. He was elected to serve from 2008 to 2014. The commune also works with other nearby towns in a group called Chaourçois. This helps them share services and work together on important projects.
Life in a French Commune
Living in a small commune like Chaserey means being part of a close-knit community. People often know their neighbors well. Communes are important parts of France's history and culture. They help manage local services like roads, schools, and public spaces. Even though Chaserey is small, it plays a role in the larger region of Aube.