Laragne-Montéglin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Laragne-Montéglin
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The entrance portal of the remains of the castle of Laragne
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 Laragne-Montéglin
Location in France
Laragne-Montéglin
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 | Laragne-Montéglin | |
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23.51 km2 (9.08 sq mi) | |
| Population
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3,543 | |
| • Density | 150.70/km2 (390.32/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
05070 /05300
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| Elevation | 544–1,240 m (1,785–4,068 ft) (avg. 573 m or 1,880 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. | ||
Laragne-Montéglin is a lovely town, also known as a commune, located in the Hautes-Alpes department in southeastern France. It's a place where history meets modern life, surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes.
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Population of Laragne-Montéglin
The number of people living in Laragne-Montéglin has changed over the years. Knowing the population helps us understand how a town grows or shrinks.
How the Population Has Changed
In 1962, about 2,998 people lived here. The population grew to 3,847 by 1975. After that, it slowly decreased for a while. By 1999, there were 3,296 residents. More recently, in 2008, the population was 3,532. As of January 2019, around 3,543 people call Laragne-Montéglin home.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1962 | 2,998 | — |
| 1968 | 3,579 | +19.4% |
| 1975 | 3,847 | +7.5% |
| 1982 | 3,647 | −5.2% |
| 1990 | 3,371 | −7.6% |
| 1999 | 3,296 | −2.2% |
| 2008 | 3,532 | +7.2% |
Getting Around Laragne-Montéglin
Good transport links are important for any town. They help people travel for work, school, or fun. Laragne-Montéglin has both roads and a train station.
Road Connections
Several roads pass through the commune. These include the D122, D422, D942, and D1075 (which is also part of the E712 European route). These roads connect Laragne-Montéglin to other towns and cities.
Train Travel
The town has its own train station, called Gare de Laragne. This makes it easy for people to travel by train to nearby areas or even further away.
Geography of the Commune
Laragne-Montéglin is nestled in a scenic area, with natural features like a river flowing through it.
The Buëch River
The Buëch river is an important natural feature of the commune. Rivers often play a big role in the geography and history of a town, providing water and shaping the landscape.
Location of Laragne-Montéglin
Understanding where a town is located helps us place it on a map and see its neighbors.
Bordering Departments
Laragne-Montéglin is located in the Hautes-Alpes department. It also shares a border with the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department. This means it's right on the edge of two different parts of France.
Images for kids
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The coat of arms for Laragne-Montéglin.
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A view of Laragne-Montéglin.
See also
In Spanish: Laragne-Montéglin para niños
