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Hauterive
Hauterive is located in France
Hauterive
Hauterive
Location in France
Hauterive is located in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Hauterive
Hauterive
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Country France
Region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Department Yonne
Arrondissement Auxerre
Canton Seignelay
Area
1
9.56 km2 (3.69 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
429
 • Density 44.87/km2 (116.22/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
89200 /89250
Elevation 88–156 m (289–512 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Hauterive is a small and charming commune located in the heart of France. It is found in the Yonne department, which is part of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region. Imagine a quiet village where around 400 people live, surrounded by the beautiful French countryside.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is like a local town or village area. It's the smallest division of local government. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there. Hauterive is one of many thousands of communes across France.

Where is Hauterive?

Hauterive is situated in the Yonne department. This department is in central France, southeast of Paris. The area is known for its lovely landscapes and historical sites. Hauterive is part of the Auxerre arrondissement and the Seignelay canton. These are larger administrative areas that help organize the department.

Geography and Size

Hauterive covers an area of about 9.56 square kilometers. That's roughly 3.7 square miles. The land in Hauterive has different elevations. The lowest point is 88 meters (about 289 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 156 meters (about 512 feet). This means the village is built on gently rolling hills.

Population

According to information from 2006, Hauterive had a population of 429 people. This makes it a very small and peaceful community. Small villages like Hauterive often have a close-knit feel. Everyone knows each other, and life can be very calm compared to big cities.

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