La Motte-en-Champsaur facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Motte en Champsaur
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La Motte-en-Champsaur seen from the Infournas road
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 La Motte en Champsaur
Location in France
La Motte en Champsaur
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Hautes-Alpes | |
| Arrondissement | Gap | |
| Canton | Saint-Bonnet-en-Champsaur | |
| Intercommunality | Champsaur-Valgaudemar | |
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52.8 km2 (20.4 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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212 | |
| • Density | 4.015/km2 (10.40/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
05090 /05500
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| Elevation | 1,014–3,164 m (3,327–10,381 ft) (avg. 1,095 m or 3,593 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. | ||
La Motte-en-Champsaur is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the beautiful Hautes-Alpes department in southeastern France. It is a quiet place nestled in the mountains, offering stunning views and a peaceful environment.
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People in La Motte-en-Champsaur
The population of a place tells us how many people live there. In La Motte-en-Champsaur, the number of residents has changed over the years.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1962 | 142 | — |
| 1968 | 182 | +28.2% |
| 1975 | 151 | −17.0% |
| 1982 | 167 | +10.6% |
| 1990 | 155 | −7.2% |
| 1999 | 177 | +14.2% |
| 2008 | 185 | +4.5% |
In 1962, about 142 people lived in the commune. By 1968, this number grew to 182. The population has gone up and down a bit since then. For example, in 1975, it was 151, and in 1999, it was 177. More recently, in 2019, about 212 people called La Motte-en-Champsaur home.
Getting Around
Roads are very important for connecting towns and helping people travel.
Main Roads
Two main roads pass through La Motte-en-Champsaur. These are the D23 and D123 roads. They help residents and visitors move in and out of the commune. These roads are essential for daily life and for exploring the surrounding area.
Local Government
Like all towns, La Motte-en-Champsaur has a local government that helps run things. The person in charge is called the mayor.
The Mayor
The current mayor of La Motte-en-Champsaur is Bernard Gauthier. He was elected to serve from 2020 to 2026. The mayor and the local council work together to make decisions for the community. They help manage services like roads and local facilities.
See also
In Spanish: La Motte-en-Champsaur para niños
