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Ivry-en-Montagne
Part of Val-Mont
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Coat of arms of Ivry-en-Montagne
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Ivry-en-Montagne is located in France
Ivry-en-Montagne
Ivry-en-Montagne
Location in France
Ivry-en-Montagne is located in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Ivry-en-Montagne
Ivry-en-Montagne
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Country France
Region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Department Côte-d'Or
Arrondissement Beaune
Canton Arnay-le-Duc
Commune Val-Mont
Area
1
11.09 km2 (4.28 sq mi)
Population
 (2019)
161
 • Density 14.52/km2 (37.60/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
Postal code
21340
Elevation 390–553 m (1,280–1,814 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Ivry-en-Montagne (pronounced iv-ree ahn mon-tah-ny) was once a small village, also known as a commune, located in eastern France. It was part of the Côte-d'Or department. Think of a department like a county or a region in other countries. On January 1, 2016, Ivry-en-Montagne joined with another area to form a new, larger commune called Val-Mont.

Discovering Ivry-en-Montagne

Ivry-en-Montagne was a charming place nestled in the French countryside. It was known for its quiet, peaceful atmosphere. The village was part of the Beaune arrondissement and the Arnay-le-Duc canton. These are smaller administrative areas within a department.

What is a French Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It's like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services. Ivry-en-Montagne was one of these many small communes.

Where Was Ivry-en-Montagne Located?

Ivry-en-Montagne was situated in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. This area is famous for its beautiful landscapes and rich history. The village was found in the Côte-d'Or department. This department is known for its vineyards and delicious wines.

How Many People Lived in Ivry-en-Montagne?

The number of people living in Ivry-en-Montagne changed over the years. In 1962, there were about 151 residents. The population grew a bit, reaching 203 people in 1975. After that, the number of residents slowly decreased. By 2008, about 190 people lived there. The last recorded population before the merger was 161 in 2019.

The Merge into Val-Mont

On January 1, 2016, Ivry-en-Montagne officially became part of a new commune called Val-Mont. This merger happened to create larger, more efficient local governments. It's common for smaller communes to join together. This helps them share resources and provide better services to their residents. Even though Ivry-en-Montagne is no longer a separate commune, its history and spirit live on within Val-Mont.

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