Jussy, Yonne facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jussy
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 Jussy
Location in France
Jussy
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté |
| Department | Yonne |
| Arrondissement | Auxerre |
| Canton | Coulanges-la-Vineuse |
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7.28 km2 (2.81 sq mi) |
| Population
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462 |
| • Density | 63.46/km2 (164.36/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
89212 /89290
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| Elevation | 114–303 m (374–994 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Jussy is a small commune located in the Yonne department. This department is found in the central part of France. Jussy is a quiet place, typical of many small French villages.
What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own local government. This government helps manage things like local services and public spaces. Jussy is one of many thousands of communes across France.
Jussy's Location
Jussy is situated in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. It is part of the Auxerre arrondissement. An arrondissement is a larger administrative area. It helps organize several communes together. Jussy is also part of the Coulanges-la-Vineuse canton. A canton is another way to group communes for elections.
Size and Population
Jussy covers an area of about 7.28 square kilometers. That's roughly 2.8 square miles. In 2006, about 462 people lived there. This makes Jussy a very small and peaceful community. The elevation of Jussy ranges from 114 meters to 303 meters above sea level. This means it has some varied terrain, from lower areas to higher points.
