Gilhac-et-Bruzac facts for kids
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Gilhac-et-Bruzac
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 Gilhac-et-Bruzac
Location in France
Gilhac-et-Bruzac
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ardèche |
| Arrondissement | Privas |
| Canton | La Voulte-sur-Rhône |
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30.94 km2 (11.95 sq mi) |
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115 |
| • Density | 3.717/km2 (9.63/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07094 /07800
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| Elevation | 160–786 m (525–2,579 ft) (avg. 600 m or 2,000 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Gilhac-et-Bruzac is a small and peaceful commune in southern France. It is located in the Ardèche département, which is like a county or district in France. This charming village is known for its quiet countryside and beautiful natural surroundings.
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Exploring Gilhac-et-Bruzac
Gilhac-et-Bruzac is a very small place. In 1999, only about 115 people lived there. The commune covers an area of about 30.94 square kilometers (which is about 12 square miles). It is part of the Privas arrondissement and the La Voulte-sur-Rhône canton. These are ways that France organizes its local areas.
Geography and Landscape
The area around Gilhac-et-Bruzac is quite hilly. The land goes from a low point of 160 meters (about 525 feet) above sea level to a high point of 786 meters (about 2,579 feet). The average elevation is around 600 meters (about 1,968 feet). This varied landscape means there are many different views and types of natural areas to explore.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Gilhac-et-Bruzac has its own local government. A Mayor leads this government. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor was Pierre Ducros. The mayor and the local council work together to manage the village. They make decisions about local services and community life.
Life in a French Commune
A "commune" in France is the smallest administrative division. It can be a big city or a tiny village like Gilhac-et-Bruzac. Each commune has its own mayor and town hall. This system helps manage local services for people living there. These services can include things like schools, roads, and public spaces.
