La Tardière facts for kids
La Tardière is a small commune located in the western part of France. It is found in the Vendée department, which is part of the Pays de la Loire region. This charming village is a place where people live and work together.
Quick facts for kids
La Tardière
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The church of Sainte-Quitterie, in La Tardière
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 La Tardière
Location in France
La Tardière
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 la Châtaigneraie | |
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20.48 km2 (7.91 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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1,327 | |
| • Density | 64.79/km2 (167.82/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
85289 /85120
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| Elevation | 98–232 m (322–761 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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About La Tardière
La Tardière is a small French commune. A commune is the smallest type of local government area in France. It is like a town or village with its own local council. La Tardière is located in the Vendée department. This department is known for its beautiful coastline and historical sites.
Geography and Landscape
The area of La Tardière covers about 20.48 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of 2,000 football fields. The land in La Tardière has varying heights. The lowest point is 98 meters above sea level. The highest point reaches 232 meters. This means the commune has some hills and valleys, making for interesting landscapes.
People and Community
As of January 2019, about 1,327 people lived in La Tardière. The people who live in a commune are called its residents. They form a community and often participate in local events. The commune is part of a larger area called Pays de la Châtaigneraie. This helps different towns work together on projects.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, La Tardière has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are elected by the people to manage the commune's daily life. From 2008 to 2014, Roger Ducept served as the mayor of La Tardière. The mayor and the local council make decisions for the community. These decisions include things like maintaining roads and local services.
Local Landmarks
One important building in La Tardière is the church of Sainte-Quitterie. Churches are often central to French villages. They are not just places of worship but also historical landmarks. The church's architecture can tell us about the history of the area.
