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Issanlas is located in France
Issanlas
Issanlas
Location in France
Issanlas is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Issanlas
Issanlas
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Country France
Region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Department Ardèche
Arrondissement Largentière
Canton Coucouron
Area
1
28.4 km2 (11.0 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
129
 • Density 4.542/km2 (11.76/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
07105 /07510
Elevation 1,119–1,374 m (3,671–4,508 ft)
(avg. 1,180 m or 3,870 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Issanlas is a small village, also known as a commune. It is located in the Ardèche area, called a département, in southern France. It is a quiet place with beautiful natural surroundings.

Discovering Issanlas

Issanlas is a commune, which is a type of local government area in France. Think of it like a small town or district. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They help manage the daily life of the people living there.

Where is Issanlas Located?

Issanlas is found in the Ardèche département. This area is in the southern part of France. It is known for its stunning landscapes. The village is part of the Largentière arrondissement and the Coucouron canton. These are ways France organizes its regions.

Issanlas is quite high up. Its average elevation is about 1,180 meters (3,871 feet) above sea level. The lowest point is 1,119 meters (3,671 feet). The highest point reaches 1,374 meters (4,508 feet). This means it's in a hilly or mountainous area. The total area of the commune is 28.4 square kilometers (10.96 square miles).

How Many People Live in Issanlas?

According to a count in 1999, only 129 people lived in Issanlas. This makes it a very small and peaceful community. Small villages often have a close-knit feel. Everyone might know each other.

Who Leads Issanlas?

Like all communes, Issanlas has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are elected by the people who live in the commune. From 2001 to 2008, André Duny was the mayor of Issanlas. The mayor helps make decisions for the village. They work on things like local services and community projects.


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