Furmeyer facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Furmeyer
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 Furmeyer
Location in France
Furmeyer
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Hautes-Alpes | |
| Arrondissement | Gap | |
| Canton | Veynes | |
| Intercommunality | Deux Buëch | |
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14.27 km2 (5.51 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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179 | |
| • Density | 12.54/km2 (32.49/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
05060 /05400
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| Elevation | 817–1,661 m (2,680–5,449 ft) (avg. 915 m or 3,002 ft) |
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Furmeyer is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the Hautes-Alpes department in France. It's a quiet place nestled in the mountains.
About Furmeyer
Furmeyer is part of the Hautes-Alpes department. This area is known for its beautiful mountains and natural landscapes. The commune sits at an average height of about 915 meters (around 3,000 feet) above sea level. Its highest point reaches 1,661 meters (about 5,450 feet), and its lowest point is 817 meters (about 2,680 feet). This means it's in a hilly or mountainous region.
The mayor of Furmeyer is Raymond Uzes. He was elected for the term from 2008 to 2014. The town is part of the Deux Buëch group of communes, which helps local towns work together.
Population Changes
The population of Furmeyer has changed over the years. Here's a look at how many people have lived there:
- 1962: 102 people
- 1968: 110 people
- 1975: 110 people
- 1982: 125 people
- 1990: 140 people
- 1999: 154 people
- 2008: 146 people
- 2019: 179 people
As you can see, the number of people living in Furmeyer has slowly grown over time. In 2019, there were 179 residents. This makes Furmeyer a very small and peaceful community.
Getting Around
Roads in Furmeyer
Two main roads pass through Furmeyer. These are the D20 and D320 roads. These roads help people travel in and out of the commune. They connect Furmeyer to other nearby towns and villages.
