Le Theil, Allier facts for kids
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Le Theil
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 Le Theil
Location in France
Le Theil
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Allier |
| Arrondissement | Moulins |
| Canton | Le Montet |
| Intercommunality | Pays Saint-Pourcinois |
| Area
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28.92 km2 (11.17 sq mi) |
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408 |
| • Density | 14.108/km2 (36.54/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03281 /03240
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| Elevation | 334–463 m (1,096–1,519 ft) (avg. 477 m or 1,565 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Le Theil is a small town, also called a commune, located in the heart of France. It is found in the Allier department. Think of a department like a county or a state in other countries. Le Theil is a peaceful place, typical of many French villages.
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About Le Theil
Le Theil is a commune, which is the smallest type of administrative area in France. It's like a local government area for a town or village. The name "Le Theil" comes from an old French word for a lime tree or a place where lime trees grow.
Where is Le Theil?
Le Theil is in the Allier department. This department is in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of central France. The area is known for its green landscapes and rolling hills.
Geography and Nature
The commune of Le Theil covers an area of about 28.92 square kilometers (about 11 square miles). The land here is quite varied. The lowest point is 334 meters (about 1,096 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 463 meters (about 1,519 feet). This means there are some hills and valleys around the village.
People and Community
In 2008, about 408 people lived in Le Theil. This makes it a small community. People in small communes often know each other well. They might share local traditions and events. Life in Le Theil is likely quiet and connected to nature.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Le Theil has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Le Theil was Rachel Boudignon. The mayor and the local council work together to manage the commune. They handle things like local services and community projects.
See also
- In Spanish: Le Theil (Allier) para niños
