Jaligny-sur-Besbre facts for kids
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Jaligny-sur-Besbre
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Location in France
Jaligny-sur-Besbre
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Allier | |
| Arrondissement | Vichy | |
| Canton | Jaligny-sur-Besbre | |
| Intercommunality | Val de Besbre Sologne Bourbonnaise | |
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9.63 km2 (3.72 sq mi) | |
| Population
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641 | |
| • Density | 66.56/km2 (172.40/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03132 /03220
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| Elevation | 239–307 m (784–1,007 ft) (avg. 245 m or 804 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Jaligny-sur-Besbre is a small and interesting town in France. It is located in the Allier department, right in the middle of the country. This charming commune is known for its quiet life and pretty surroundings.
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Jaligny-sur-Besbre is a French commune. It is found in the Allier department. This department is in the central part of France. The town is part of the Vichy arrondissement. It is also the main town of its own canton.
Where is Jaligny-sur-Besbre located?
The town sits at an elevation of about 245 meters (804 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 239 meters (784 feet). The highest point reaches 307 meters (1,007 feet). The total area of the commune is 9.63 square kilometers (3.72 square miles).
How many people live here?
In 2008, the population of Jaligny-sur-Besbre was 641 people. This makes it a smaller community. The people who live here are called Jalignois.
Who leads the town?
The mayor of Jaligny-sur-Besbre is Lucie Jaboin. She served from 2008 to 2014. The mayor helps manage the town. They work with the local council. They make decisions for the community. This includes things like local services and town projects.
What is intercommunality?
Jaligny-sur-Besbre is part of an "intercommunality" group. This group is called Val de Besbre Sologne Bourbonnaise. Intercommunality means that several towns work together. They share resources and services. This can include things like waste management or public transport. It helps smaller towns work more efficiently.
See also
In Spanish: Jaligny-sur-Besbre para niños
