Chavannes-sur-Suran facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chavannes-sur-Suran
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Part of Nivigne et Suran
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 Chavannes-sur-Suran
Location in France
Chavannes-sur-Suran
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ain |
| Arrondissement | Bourg-en-Bresse |
| Canton | Saint-Étienne-du-Bois |
| Commune | Nivigne et Suran |
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21.5 km2 (8.3 sq mi) |
| Population
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701 |
| • Density | 32.60/km2 (84.45/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
01250
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| Elevation | 306–770 m (1,004–2,526 ft) (avg. 318 m or 1,043 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Chavannes-sur-Suran is a former village, also known as a commune, located in the Ain department in eastern France. It was once an independent administrative area.
On January 1, 2017, Chavannes-sur-Suran joined with another nearby area. It became part of a new, larger commune called Nivigne et Suran.
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Discovering Chavannes-sur-Suran
Chavannes-sur-Suran is a small place in the eastern part of France. It is found in a region known for its beautiful landscapes. This area is close to the Jura Mountains.
Where is Chavannes-sur-Suran Located?
This former commune is in the Ain department. Ain is one of the 101 departments that make up France. It is in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. The nearest large city is Bourg-en-Bresse.
The village is situated at an elevation of about 318 meters (1,043 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 306 meters, and its highest point is 770 meters. The total area of the former commune was about 21.5 square kilometers.
What is a French Commune?
In France, a commune is like a local town or village. It is the smallest unit of local government. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services.
Many small communes in France have joined together. This helps them share resources and manage services more efficiently. Chavannes-sur-Suran did this when it merged into Nivigne et Suran.
Population of Chavannes-sur-Suran
The number of people living in Chavannes-sur-Suran has changed over time. Like many small villages, its population can go up or down.
In 2006, about 617 people lived there. By 2011, the population had grown slightly to 638 people. In 2019, after it had merged, the population for the former area of Chavannes-sur-Suran was recorded as 701 people.
This shows a small but steady increase in the number of residents. People might move to smaller villages for a quieter life.
See also
In Spanish: Chavannes-sur-Suran para niños
