Chisa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chisa
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The village of Chisa, seen from the access road near Bura
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 Chisa
Location in France
Chisa
Location in Corsica
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| Country | France |
| Region | Corsica |
| Department | Haute-Corse |
| Arrondissement | Corte |
| Canton | Fiumorbo-Castello |
| Area
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28.92 km2 (11.17 sq mi) |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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102 |
| • Density | 3.527/km2 (9.13/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
2B366 /20240
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| Elevation | 139–1,850 m (456–6,070 ft) (avg. 450 m or 1,480 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Chisa is a small village in France. It is located on the beautiful island of Corsica, which is in the Mediterranean Sea. Chisa is part of the Haute-Corse area, which is like a department or region in France.
This quiet village is known for its natural beauty. It sits among mountains and green landscapes. Chisa offers a peaceful escape for visitors.
Life in Chisa
Chisa is a very small community. It has a mayor, Michel André Galinier, who helps run the village. The mayor is elected by the people. He works to make sure the village has what it needs.
The village is located in the Corte area. It is also part of the Fiumorbo-Castello canton. These are ways that France organizes its towns and regions.
Where is Chisa Located?
Chisa is in the eastern part of Corsica. It is about 450 meters (1,476 feet) above sea level. The land around Chisa goes from 139 meters (456 feet) to 1850 meters (6,070 feet) high. This means there are both lower valleys and tall mountains nearby.
The village covers an area of about 28.92 square kilometers (11.17 square miles). This is about the size of a small city.
Chisa's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Chisa has changed over the years. Here is a look at its population:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1962 | 106 | — |
| 1968 | 115 | +8.5% |
| 1975 | 78 | −32.2% |
| 1982 | 56 | −28.2% |
| 1990 | 88 | +57.1% |
| 1999 | 97 | +10.2% |
| 2008 | 99 | +2.1% |
In January 2019, about 102 people lived in Chisa. The population can go up or down. This happens for many reasons. People might move to or from the village. Births and deaths also change the numbers.
Studying population numbers helps us understand how a village grows or shrinks. It also shows how communities change over time.
See also
In Spanish: Chisa para niños
