Le Pin, Allier facts for kids
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Le Pin
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The town hall in Le Pin
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 Le Pin
Location in France
Le Pin
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Allier |
| Arrondissement | Vichy |
| Canton | Le Donjon |
| Intercommunality | Le Donjon–Val Libre |
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21.78 km2 (8.41 sq mi) |
| Population
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381 |
| • Density | 17.493/km2 (45.31/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03208 /03130
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| Elevation | 237–307 m (778–1,007 ft) (avg. 278 m or 912 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Le Pin is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the central part of France. It is found within the Allier department. This area is known for its beautiful countryside and quiet villages.
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Discovering Le Pin
Le Pin is a charming commune in the Allier department. This department is part of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It sits in the very heart of France.
Location and Geography
Le Pin is situated in the eastern part of the Allier department. The village is surrounded by green landscapes. It has a mix of forests and farmlands. The land here is generally flat, with some gentle hills. The highest point in Le Pin is about 307 meters (1,007 feet) above sea level. The lowest point is around 237 meters (778 feet).
How Big is Le Pin?
The total area of Le Pin is about 21.78 square kilometers (8.41 square miles). This makes it a medium-sized commune in terms of land area.
People of Le Pin
As of 2008, Le Pin had a population of 381 people. This means it is a very small and quiet community. The people who live here are called Pinois (for men) and Pinoises (for women).
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Le Pin has a local government. This government is led by a mayor. The mayor helps manage the town's daily life. They also represent the people of Le Pin. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Le Pin was Raymond Bonnot.
Working Together
Le Pin is part of a group of communes called an "intercommunality." This group helps different towns work together on shared projects. Le Pin belongs to the "Le Donjon–Val Libre" intercommunality. This helps them share resources and services.
Exploring the Area
Le Pin is located in the Vichy arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of administrative division in France. It is also part of the Le Donjon canton. A canton is another administrative area. These divisions help organize local services and elections.
What to See
The town hall, or mairie, is an important building in Le Pin. It is where the local government operates. The image in the infobox shows the town hall. It is a good example of the local architecture.
