La Chapelle-d'Aligné facts for kids
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La Chapelle-d'Aligné
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 La Chapelle-d'Aligné
Location in France
La Chapelle-d'Aligné
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France |
| Region | Pays de la Loire |
| Department | Sarthe |
| Arrondissement | La Flèche |
| Canton | La Flèche |
| Intercommunality | Pays Fléchois |
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33.04 km2 (12.76 sq mi) |
| Population
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1,701 |
| • Density | 51.483/km2 (133.34/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Chapellois, Chapelloise |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
72061 /72300
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| Elevation | 51–51 m (167–167 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
La Chapelle-d'Aligné is a small town, also known as a commune, located in western France. It is part of the Sarthe department, which is in the Pays de la Loire region. This charming place is known for its peaceful countryside.
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What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of local government area in France. Think of it like a town or a village that manages its own local affairs. Each commune has a mayor and a town council. They work together to make decisions for the people living there.
Where is La Chapelle-d'Aligné?
La Chapelle-d'Aligné is situated in the western part of France. It's in the Sarthe department, which is named after the Sarthe River. This area is known for its green landscapes and quiet rural life. The commune covers an area of about 33 square kilometers (about 12.7 square miles).
People of La Chapelle-d'Aligné
As of January 2019, about 1,701 people live in La Chapelle-d'Aligné. People from this commune are called Chapellois (for males) or Chapelloise (for females). The community is led by a mayor, who helps manage the town's services and represents its people.
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A view of the church in La Chapelle-d'Aligné.
