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Gipcy is located in France
Gipcy
Gipcy
Location in France
Gipcy is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Gipcy
Gipcy
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Country France
Region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Department Allier
Arrondissement Moulins
Canton Souvigny
Intercommunality Bocage Sud
Area
1
27.57 km2 (10.64 sq mi)
Population
 (2008)
218
 • Density 7.907/km2 (20.48/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
03122 /03210
Elevation 244–433 m (801–1,421 ft)
(avg. 385 m or 1,263 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Gipcy is a small and charming French commune. A commune is like a local town or village area. It is located in the Allier department, right in the center of France.

Discovering Gipcy: A French Village

Gipcy is a lovely place with a small population. It is part of the Allier department. This department is known for its beautiful countryside.

Where is Gipcy Located?

Gipcy is found in the central part of France. It is part of the Moulins arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of administrative district. It helps organize local government.

Understanding Gipcy's Government

The mayor of Gipcy is Denis Villechenon. He was elected to lead the commune. The mayor helps make decisions for the people of Gipcy. He works to improve the village.

What is a Mayor's Role?

A mayor is the head of a local government. They are chosen by the people living in the commune. The mayor's job is to manage local services. This includes things like roads and public spaces. They also represent the commune.

Gipcy's Geography and Size

Gipcy covers an area of about 27.57 square kilometers. This is roughly 10.6 square miles. The village has different elevations, from low to high points.

How High is Gipcy?

The lowest point in Gipcy is 244 meters (801 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 433 meters (1,421 feet). The average elevation is 385 meters (1,263 feet). This shows the varied landscape of the area.

How Many People Live in Gipcy?

As of 2008, Gipcy had a population of 218 people. This makes it a very small community. Small communes often have a close-knit feel.

Exploring the Allier Department

Gipcy is part of the Allier department. This area is rich in history and nature. The Allier department is in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.

What is a Department in France?

A department is like a county or a state in other countries. France is divided into many departments. Each department has its own local government. They work together to manage the country.

The History of Bourbonnais

Gipcy is also located in an area historically known as Bourbonnais. This was once a powerful duchy. A duchy was a territory ruled by a duke. Bourbonnais has a long and interesting past.

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