Communes of the Isère department facts for kids

The Isère department is located in southeastern France.

The Isère department in France is home to many small towns and villages called communes. Think of a commune like a local town or district. Each commune has its own local government that helps manage things like schools, roads, and public services.

The Isère department has 533 different communes. This article will help you understand what communes are and how they work in France, especially in Isère.

What is a Commune?

A commune is the smallest area of local government in France. It's like a city, town, or village. Each commune has a mayor and a local council. They make decisions for the people living there.

France has thousands of communes. They vary a lot in size. Some are very big cities, while others are tiny villages with only a few people.

The Isère Department

The Isère is a department in southeastern France. It's named after the Isère River. This area is known for its beautiful mountains, like the French Alps, and its rich history. The main city in Isère is Grenoble.

Groups of Communes

Sometimes, communes work together in larger groups called "agglomeration communities." These groups help communes share resources and manage bigger projects. It's like several towns joining forces for common goals.

Here are some of these groups in Isère:

• Grenoble Alpes Métropole (CUB): This group was created in 2000. It includes Grenoble and many towns around it. They work together on city planning and public transport.
• Pays Viennois (CAVI): This group started in 2002. It includes towns near Vienne. Part of this group is also in the nearby Rhône department.
• Pays Voironnais (CAVO): This group was formed in 2000. It includes towns around Voiron.
• New Agglomeration Syndicate of Isle-d'Abeau (SANI): This group was created in 1984. It focuses on developing the area around L'Isle-d'Abeau.

How Communes are Listed

Each commune in France has a special code called an INSEE code. This code is like a unique ID number for the commune. It helps keep track of all the different towns and villages. They also have a postal code for mail.

The list below shows some of the communes in Isère. It includes their INSEE code and postal code. This helps people find specific communes easily.

See also

In Spanish: Anexo:Comunas de Isère para niños