Cravant, Yonne facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cravant
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Part of Deux Rivières
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Belfry of Cravant
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 Cravant
Location in France
Cravant
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté | |
| Department | Yonne | |
| Arrondissement | Auxerre | |
| Canton | Joux-la-Ville | |
| Commune | Deux Rivières | |
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22.54 km2 (8.70 sq mi) | |
| Population
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814 | |
| • Density | 36.114/km2 (93.53/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
89460
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| Elevation | 106–289 m (348–948 ft) | |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
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Cravant was once a small town, or commune, in central France. It was located in the Yonne department. On January 1, 2017, Cravant joined with another commune to form a new, larger commune called Deux Rivières. This means Cravant is no longer a separate commune on its own.
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What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest unit of local government in France. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services. France has many thousands of communes, from very small villages to large cities.
Where Was Cravant Located?
Cravant was situated in the Yonne department. This department is part of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in central France. The Yonne department is known for its beautiful countryside and historical sites. Cravant itself was a rural area, meaning it had more open land and fewer big buildings.
Why Did Cravant Merge?
Communes sometimes merge for several reasons. When two or more communes combine, they can become stronger. This often happens to help local governments work better. Merging can bring more money for projects. It can also make services like trash collection or road maintenance more efficient. For Cravant, joining with another area created the new commune of Deux Rivières. This change aimed to improve how the local area was run.
What Was Cravant Like?
Cravant was a small community with a population of 814 people in 2017. It had a long history, like many places in France. One important landmark in Cravant was its belfry. A belfry is a tower that holds bells, often found in churches or town halls. The belfry of Cravant shows its historical importance. It reminds us of the town's past.
