Flacey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Flacey
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Location in France
Flacey
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté | |
| Department | Côte-d'Or | |
| Arrondissement | Dijon | |
| Canton | Fontaine-lès-Dijon | |
| Intercommunality | Val de Norge | |
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6.79 km2 (2.62 sq mi) | |
| Population
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170 | |
| • Density | 25.0/km2 (64.8/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
21266 /21490
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| Elevation | 244–307 m (801–1,007 ft) (avg. 258 m or 846 ft) |
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Flacey is a small and charming commune located in eastern France. It is part of the Côte-d'Or department, which is known for its beautiful countryside and rich history. Flacey is a quiet place where people live and work, just like many other small towns across France.
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What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France. Think of it like a local town or village with its own government. Each commune has a mayor and a local council. They work together to manage things like local services, schools, and roads for the people living there.
Flacey is one of thousands of communes in France. It helps organize local life for its residents.
Where is Flacey Located?
Flacey is found in the Côte-d'Or department. This area is in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. It's known for its rolling hills and green landscapes.
The commune is situated near the city of Dijon. Dijon is a much larger city and the capital of the Côte-d'Or department. Flacey offers a peaceful escape from busy city life.
Who Leads Flacey?
Like all communes, Flacey has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are chosen by the people who live in Flacey. The mayor's job is to make sure the commune runs smoothly.
They also represent Flacey in bigger regional decisions. Patrice Demaison served as the mayor of Flacey from 2008 to 2014. Mayors play a very important role in the daily lives of their communities.
How Many People Live in Flacey?
The number of people living in Flacey has changed over the years. This is called its population. Knowing the population helps us understand how a place grows or shrinks.
Here's a quick look at how Flacey's population has changed:
- 1962: 93 people
- 1968: 107 people
- 1975: 116 people
- 1982: 131 people
- 1990: 123 people
- 1999: 144 people
- 2008: 170 people
As you can see, Flacey has slowly grown over time. More people have chosen to make this quiet commune their home.
