Givarlais facts for kids
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Givarlais
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Part of Haut-Bocage
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 Givarlais
Location in France
Givarlais
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Allier |
| Arrondissement | Montluçon |
| Canton | Huriel |
| Commune | Haut-Bocage |
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14.85 km2 (5.73 sq mi) |
| Population
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203 |
| • Density | 13.67/km2 (35.41/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
03190
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| Elevation | 205–359 m (673–1,178 ft) (avg. 247 m or 810 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Givarlais was a small commune (a type of local area or town) located in central France. It was part of the Allier department. On January 1, 2016, Givarlais joined with other nearby areas. It became part of a new, larger commune called Haut-Bocage.
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About Givarlais
Givarlais is in the Allier department. This area is in the middle of France. It is known for its green landscapes. The commune was a small community. It had its own local government.
Where is Givarlais Located?
Givarlais is found in the Montluçon arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of administrative division in France. It is like a district. The area was also part of the Huriel canton. A canton is another way to divide a department. It helps with elections and local services.
How Many People Lived in Givarlais?
The number of people living in Givarlais changed over time. Here is a look at its population:
- In 2006, there were 241 people.
- By 2011, the population grew slightly to 248 people.
- In 2021, the population was recorded as 203 people.
This information comes from INSEE. INSEE is the national statistics office in France. It collects data on population and other facts.
Why Did Givarlais Change?
On January 1, 2016, Givarlais merged with other communes. This created the new commune of Haut-Bocage. Merging communes can help local governments. It can make services more efficient. It also helps manage resources better. This is a common process in France. It helps to create larger, more effective local areas.
See also
- In Spanish: Givarlais para niños
