Dornas facts for kids
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Dornas
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 Dornas
Location in France
Dornas
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ardèche |
| Arrondissement | Tournon-sur-Rhône |
| Canton | Le Cheylard |
| Intercommunality | Pays du Cheylard |
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17.63 km2 (6.81 sq mi) |
| Population
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247 |
| • Density | 14.01/km2 (36.29/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07082 /07160
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| Elevation | 584–1,201 m (1,916–3,940 ft) (avg. 630 m or 2,070 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Dornas is a small commune located in southern France. It is part of the Ardèche département, which is like a county or region in France.
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Discovering Dornas
Dornas is a charming village in the Ardèche area of France. It is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. The commune is part of the Tournon-sur-Rhône arrondissement. This area helps manage local services and administration.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They help run the daily life of the community.
Where is Ardèche?
Ardèche is a département in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. This region is in the southeastern part of France. Ardèche is famous for its stunning landscapes. These include mountains, rivers, and deep gorges. It is a popular place for outdoor activities.
Geography and Landscape
Dornas is located in a hilly area. Its elevation ranges from 584 meters (about 1,916 feet) to 1,201 meters (about 3,940 feet) above sea level. The average elevation is around 630 meters (2,067 feet). This means the village is nestled among hills. The total area of Dornas is about 17.63 square kilometers (6.81 square miles). This makes it a small but scenic place.
Population and Community
According to a 1999 count, Dornas had a population of 247 people. This shows it is a very small and quiet community. Small villages like Dornas often have a strong sense of community. Everyone knows each other.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Dornas has a mayor. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor was Lucien Vialle. The mayor and the local council work together. They make decisions for the village. These decisions cover things like local services and public spaces.
Intercommunality
Dornas is also part of an "intercommunality" called Pays du Cheylard. This means Dornas works with nearby communes. They share resources and projects. This helps them manage things like waste collection or tourism. It is a way for small towns to work together.
See also
- In Spanish: Dornas para niños
