Chérisay facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chérisay
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 Chérisay
Location in France
Chérisay
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France |
| Region | Pays de la Loire |
| Department | Sarthe |
| Arrondissement | Mamers |
| Canton | Sillé-le-Guillaume |
| Intercommunality | Haute Sarthe Alpes Mancelles |
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7.9 km2 (3.1 sq mi) |
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312 |
| • Density | 39.49/km2 (102.3/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
72079 /72610
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| Elevation | 89–152 m (292–499 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Chérisay is a small town, or commune, located in the western part of France. It is found in the region called Pays de la Loire. Within this region, Chérisay is part of the Sarthe department.
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About Chérisay
Chérisay is a quiet place in the French countryside. It is known for its peaceful atmosphere. The commune is part of the Sarthe department. This area is famous for its green landscapes.
Location and Geography
Chérisay is situated in western France. It is in the Sarthe department. The commune's lowest point is 89 meters above sea level. Its highest point reaches 152 meters. This means it has some gentle hills. The total area of Chérisay is about 7.9 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 790 football fields.
Population and People
As of January 2019, Chérisay had a population of 312 people. This makes it a very small commune. The people who live in Chérisay are called its residents. They contribute to the local community.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Chérisay has its own local government. This government helps manage the town. It makes decisions for the people living there.
The Mayor of Chérisay
The head of the local government is the mayor. The mayor of Chérisay is Bernard Petiot. He was elected for the term from 2008 to 2014. The mayor helps run the town's daily affairs. This includes things like local services and public works.
How Communes are Organized
Chérisay is part of a larger area called an arrondissement. This is the Mamers arrondissement. It also belongs to the Sillé-le-Guillaume canton. These are ways France organizes its local areas. Chérisay is also part of an "intercommunality" group. This group is called Haute Sarthe Alpes Mancelles. It means Chérisay works with nearby towns. They share resources and services.
