Communes of the Lot-et-Garonne department facts for kids
France is divided into many smaller areas called départements. Think of a département like a county or a large region. One of these is called Lot-et-Garonne.
Inside each département, there are even smaller areas called communes. A commune is like a local town or village area, often with a main town and the countryside around it. It's the smallest way France divides its land for local government.
The Lot-et-Garonne département has 319 of these communes! Each one has its own local government that helps manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there.
Some communes work together in groups called Communautés d'agglomération (CAA). This means they team up to share services like public transport or waste collection, making things more efficient for everyone. For example, the city of Agen and its nearby communes are part of a CAA.
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What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest administrative division in France. It's like a local area that includes a town or village and the land around it. Each commune has a mayor and a local council. They make decisions about local life. This includes things like managing local schools, keeping roads in good condition, and organizing community events.
Understanding Lot-et-Garonne
Lot-et-Garonne is a département located in the southwest of France. It is named after two rivers that flow through it: the Lot and the Garonne. This area is known for its beautiful countryside. It also has many farms and historic towns. The département is a part of the larger Nouvelle-Aquitaine region.
How Communes are Listed
The communes are officially identified by a special number called an INSEE code. This code is unique to each commune. They also have a postal code, which helps with mail delivery. The list of communes helps keep track of all these local areas. It shows how many different towns and villages make up the Lot-et-Garonne region.
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A map showing where Lot-et-Garonne is located in France.
See also
In Spanish: Anexo:Comunas de Lot y Garona para niños
