Civrac-sur-Dordogne facts for kids
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Civrac-sur-Dordogne
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 Civrac-sur-Dordogne
Location in France
Civrac-sur-Dordogne
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Department | Gironde |
| Arrondissement | Libourne |
| Canton | Les Coteaux de Dordogne |
| Intercommunality | Castillon Pujols |
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1.94 km2 (0.75 sq mi) |
| Population
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222 |
| • Density | 114.4/km2 (296.4/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33127 /33350
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| Elevation | 2–10 m (6.6–32.8 ft) (avg. 6 m or 20 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Civrac-sur-Dordogne is a small commune located in the southwest of France. It is found in the Gironde department, which is part of the region called Aquitaine.
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About Civrac-sur-Dordogne
Civrac-sur-Dordogne is a very small community. It is a quiet place with a small number of people living there. As of January 2019, only 222 people called Civrac-sur-Dordogne home.
What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is like a town or a village. It is the smallest area for local government. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council. They help manage the daily life of the people living there.
Where is Civrac-sur-Dordogne Located?
Civrac-sur-Dordogne is in the Gironde department. This department is known for its beautiful landscapes and vineyards. It is also close to the famous Dordogne River. The commune's name, "sur-Dordogne," means "on the Dordogne," showing its connection to the river.
The area of Civrac-sur-Dordogne is quite small, covering only about 1.94 square kilometers. Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 2 to 10 meters. This means it is a relatively low-lying area.
Local Leadership
Like all communes, Civrac-sur-Dordogne has a mayor. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Jean-Pierre Rougier. The mayor is in charge of running the commune and making decisions for its residents.
