Island, Yonne facts for kids
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Island
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 Island
Location in France
Island
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté |
| Department | Yonne |
| Arrondissement | Avallon |
| Canton | Avallon |
| Area
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20.64 km2 (7.97 sq mi) |
| Population
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232 |
| • Density | 11.240/km2 (29.11/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
89203 /89200
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| Elevation | 175–325 m (574–1,066 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Island is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the center of France. It is part of the Yonne department. Think of a commune like a local area or a small municipality, similar to a village or a small town in other countries.
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What is Island?
Island is a quiet commune in the French countryside. It's home to about 232 people, based on numbers from 2006. The commune covers an area of about 20.64 square kilometers (which is about 8 square miles). This makes it a small but charming place.
Where is Island Located?
Island is found in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. More specifically, it's in the Yonne department. The Yonne department is known for its beautiful landscapes and historical sites. Island is also part of the Avallon arrondissement and canton, which are ways France organizes its local areas.
Geography and Landscape
The land in Island has different heights. The lowest point is 175 meters (about 574 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 325 meters (about 1,066 feet). This means the area has some gentle hills and valleys, which can make for pretty views.
How is Island Governed?
Like all communes in France, Island has a local government. It is led by a mayor. The mayor is an important person who helps manage the daily life of the commune. They make decisions about local services, public spaces, and how the community runs. The mayor works with a local council to serve the people of Island.
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