Lardier-et-Valença facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lardier-et-Valença
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The town hall of Lardiers-et-Valença
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 Lardier-et-Valença
Location in France
Lardier-et-Valença
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 | Tallard | |
| Intercommunality | Tallard–Barcillonnette | |
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14.86 km2 (5.74 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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338 | |
| • Density | 22.75/km2 (58.91/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
05071 /05110
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| Elevation | 548–1,482 m (1,798–4,862 ft) (avg. 815 m or 2,674 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. | ||
Lardier-et-Valença is a small commune located in the Hautes-Alpes department in southeastern France. A commune is like a small town or village area with its own local government.
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About Lardier-et-Valença
Lardier-et-Valença is nestled in the beautiful Hautes-Alpes department. This area is known for its stunning mountains and natural landscapes. The commune covers an area of about 14.86 square kilometers.
The highest point in the commune reaches 1482 meters (about 4,862 feet) above sea level. The lowest point is 548 meters (about 1,798 feet). The average elevation is around 815 meters (about 2,674 feet).
People Living Here
As of January 2019, about 338 people live in Lardier-et-Valença. The number of people living in the commune has changed over the years. For example, in 1962, there were 147 residents. By 2008, the population had grown to 269 people.
Local Government
The commune has its own local government, led by a mayor. The mayor's job is to help manage the daily life of the commune. This includes things like local services and community projects. Rémi Costorier was the mayor for the term from 2008 to 2014.
Getting Around
Lardier-et-Valença is connected by several roads, making it easy to travel to and from the commune.
Main Roads
The D19, D420, and D1085 roads all pass through the commune. These roads help people get around the local area.
Major Highway
The A51 autoroute also goes through Lardier-et-Valença. An autoroute is a major highway, similar to a freeway. It helps people travel longer distances quickly.
See also
- In Spanish: Lardier-et-Valença para niños
