Communes of the Indre department facts for kids

The Indre department is located in central France.

Welcome to the Indre department in France! This area is made up of many small towns and villages, called communes. Think of a commune as a local government area, like a town or a small city. This article lists all 247 communes found in the Indre department.

What is a Commune?

A commune is the smallest administrative division in France. It's like a local town or village council area. Each commune has its own mayor and local government. They manage things like schools, local roads, and other services for the people living there.

Understanding the Indre Department

The Indre is one of France's 96 departments. Departments are larger areas that group many communes together. The Indre department is located in the central part of France. It is known for its beautiful countryside, rivers, and historic towns.

How Communes are Organized

Each commune has a unique number called an INSEE code. This code helps identify each town or village. Think of it like a special ID number for each place.

Communes also have a postal code. This code helps mail get to the right place, just like zip codes in other countries.

Some communes in Indre are part of a special group called a Communauté d'agglomération (Community of Agglomeration). For example, the group around Châteauroux is called the Castelroussine (CAC). These groups help communes work together on bigger projects, like public transport or economic development.

List of Indre Communes

Here is a list of all the communes in the Indre department, along with their INSEE codes and postal codes.

See also

In Spanish: Anexo:Comunas de Indre para niños