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Chennegy
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Chennegy is located in France
Chennegy
Chennegy
Location in France
Chennegy is located in Grand Est
Chennegy
Chennegy
Location in Grand Est
Country France
Region Grand Est
Department Aube
Arrondissement Troyes
Canton Estissac
Intercommunality Portes du Pays d'Othe
Area
1
23.19 km2 (8.95 sq mi)
Population
 (2008)
470
 • Density 20.27/km2 (52.5/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
10096 /10190
Elevation 146–254 m (479–833 ft)
(avg. 154 m or 505 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Chennegy is a small and charming commune in the north-central part of France. It is located in the Aube département, which is like a county or administrative area in France. This peaceful village is known for its quiet countryside and traditional French feel.

About Chennegy

Chennegy is a French commune, which is the smallest administrative division in France. Think of it as a local town or village government. It's part of the larger Aube département, which is one of the 96 departments in mainland France.

Where is Chennegy?

Chennegy is situated in the Aube department. This area is in the Grand Est region of France. The village is about 154 meters (around 505 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 146 meters, and its highest point reaches 254 meters.

How Big is Chennegy?

The total area of Chennegy is 23.19 square kilometers. This is about 8.95 square miles. It's a fairly spread-out area with lots of open space.

Who Lives in Chennegy?

As of 2008, about 470 people lived in Chennegy. This makes it a small community. People often enjoy the calm and natural surroundings of such a village.

Local Government

Like all French communes, Chennegy has a mayor. The mayor is in charge of the local government. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Chennegy was Pierre Droxler. The commune also works with other nearby towns in a group called "Portes du Pays d'Othe." This group helps them manage shared services.

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