La Chaize-Giraud facts for kids
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La Chaize-Giraud
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 La Chaize-Giraud
Location in France
La Chaize-Giraud
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France |
| Region | Pays de la Loire |
| Department | Vendée |
| Arrondissement | Les Sables-d'Olonne |
| Canton | Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez |
| Intercommunality | Atlancia des vals de la Vie et du Jaunay |
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2.71 km2 (1.05 sq mi) |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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1,083 |
| • Density | 399.6/km2 (1,035.0/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
85045 /85220
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| Elevation | 2–43 m (6.6–141.1 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
La Chaize-Giraud is a small town, also known as a commune, located in western France. It is part of the Pays de la Loire region and can be found in the Vendée department.
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About La Chaize-Giraud
La Chaize-Giraud is a charming place in the French countryside. A commune is like a local government area, similar to a small town or village. It has its own local council and a mayor who helps run things.
Where is La Chaize-Giraud?
This commune is situated in the western part of France. It's in the Vendée department, which is known for its beautiful coastline and historical sites. The area is part of the larger Pays de la Loire region.
What is the Population?
As of January 2019, about 1,083 people lived in La Chaize-Giraud. This makes it a smaller community, where people likely know each other well.
Who is the Mayor?
The mayor of La Chaize-Giraud is Jean-François Biron. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are responsible for managing the commune's services, like schools, roads, and public spaces. They also represent the community.
How Big is the Area?
The commune covers an area of about 2.71 square kilometers (which is about 1 square mile). The land here ranges in height from 2 meters (about 6.5 feet) above sea level to 43 meters (about 141 feet). This means it has some low-lying areas and some slightly higher ground.
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The town hall (Mairie) of La Chaize-Giraud.
