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Jouancy
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 Jouancy
Location in France
Jouancy
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté |
| Department | Yonne |
| Arrondissement | Avallon |
| Canton | Noyers |
| Area
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5.94 km2 (2.29 sq mi) |
| Population
(2006)
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33 |
| • Density | 5.56/km2 (14.39/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
89207 /89310
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| Elevation | 200–305 m (656–1,001 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Jouancy is a small village, also known as a commune, located in the central part of France. It is found within the Yonne department. This charming area is known for its quiet, rural setting.
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Where is Jouancy?
Jouancy is situated in the Yonne department. This department is part of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in central France. The village is about 200 to 305 meters (656 to 1,000 feet) above sea level. Its total area is about 5.94 square kilometers (2.29 square miles).
Jouancy's Location in Yonne
The Yonne department is named after the Yonne River. It is known for its beautiful countryside and historic towns. Jouancy is one of many small communes that make up this region.
People of Jouancy
As of 2006, Jouancy had a very small population of only 33 people. This makes it one of the less populated communes in France.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It is like a town or a village. Each commune has its own local council and mayor. Even very small places like Jouancy are communes.
How Jouancy is Governed
Jouancy is part of a larger administrative system in France. It belongs to several bigger areas.
Administrative Divisions
- Department: Jouancy is in the Yonne department. A department is similar to a county in other countries.
- Arrondissement: It is part of the Avallon arrondissement. An arrondissement is a subdivision within a department.
- Canton: The village is also part of the Noyers canton. Cantons are groups of communes used for elections.
