Dommartin, Ain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Dommartin
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Part of Bâgé-Dommartin
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 Dommartin
Location in France
Dommartin
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ain |
| Arrondissement | Bourg-en-Bresse |
| Canton | Replonges |
| Commune | Bâgé-Dommartin |
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17.19 km2 (6.64 sq mi) |
| Population
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887 |
| • Density | 51.60/km2 (133.64/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
01380
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| Elevation | 186–217 m (610–712 ft) (avg. 200 m or 660 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Dommartin is a small place in eastern France. It used to be its own separate town, called a commune. It is located in the Ain department.
On January 1, 2018, Dommartin joined with another nearby commune. It became part of a new, larger commune called Bâgé-Dommartin.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is like a small town or local area. It's the smallest way that France is divided for local government. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services.
Dommartin was one of these communes. When it merged, it became part of a bigger local area. This often happens to make local government more efficient.
Where is Dommartin Located?
Dommartin is in the Ain department. This department is in the eastern part of France. It's known for its beautiful countryside and rivers. The area around Dommartin is mostly rural. It has farms and small villages.
The coordinates for Dommartin are about 46.3 degrees North and 4.9 degrees East. This helps you find it on a map. Its highest point is 217 meters (about 712 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 186 meters (about 610 feet).
Population Changes in Dommartin
The number of people living in Dommartin has changed over time. Counting the population helps us understand how a place is growing or shrinking. Here's how Dommartin's population looked in recent years:
- In 2006, there were 756 people.
- By 2011, the population grew to 857 people.
- In 2015, it reached 886 people.
- In 2021, the population was 887 people.
As you can see, the population of Dommartin slowly increased before it merged into Bâgé-Dommartin. This shows that more people were choosing to live there.
