La Réorthe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Réorthe
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 La Réorthe
Location in France
La Réorthe
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Pays de la Loire | |
| Department | Vendée | |
| Arrondissement | Fontenay-le-Comte | |
| Canton | La Châtaigneraie | |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Sainte-Hermine | |
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23.88 km2 (9.22 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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1,097 | |
| • Density | 45.938/km2 (118.98/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
85188 /85210
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| Elevation | 15–104 m (49–341 ft) | |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
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La Réorthe is a small town, or commune, located in the western part of France. It is found in the Pays de la Loire region, which is known for its beautiful landscapes and history. La Réorthe is also part of the Vendée department.
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. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They help manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people who live there.
Where is La Réorthe?
La Réorthe is situated in the Vendée department. This department is famous for its long coastline along the Atlantic Ocean. The commune is part of the Fontenay-le-Comte arrondissement and the La Châtaigneraie canton. These are ways to divide up the area for local government.
Facts and Figures
La Réorthe covers an area of about 23.88 square kilometers (which is about 9.2 square miles). In January 2019, around 1,097 people lived there. The land in La Réorthe ranges in height from 15 meters (about 49 feet) to 104 meters (about 341 feet) above sea level. This means it has some gentle hills.
Local Government
The mayor of La Réorthe is Jean Claude Auvinet. The mayor is like the leader of the town. They are in charge of making sure the commune runs smoothly and that the needs of its citizens are met. The mayor works with a local council to make decisions for the community.
Images for kids
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The Church of Notre Dame de l'Assomption in La Réorthe.
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The coat of arms for La Réorthe.
