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Levoncourt
Coat of arms of Levoncourt
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Levoncourt is located in France
Levoncourt
Levoncourt
Location in France
Levoncourt is located in Grand Est
Levoncourt
Levoncourt
Location in Grand Est
Country France
Region Grand Est
Department Haut-Rhin
Arrondissement Altkirch
Canton Altkirch
Intercommunality Jura alsacien
Area
1
5.28 km2 (2.04 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
247
 • Density 46.78/km2 (121.2/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
68181 /68480
Elevation 448–741 m (1,470–2,431 ft)
(avg. 475 m or 1,558 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Levoncourt is a small and peaceful commune (which is like a local town or village area) located in the Haut-Rhin department in eastern France. It's part of the Alsace region, known for its beautiful landscapes and unique culture.

About Levoncourt

Levoncourt is a quiet place where people live and work. A "commune" is the smallest administrative area in France. Think of it like a small town or village with its surrounding countryside.

Location and Geography

Levoncourt is situated in the Haut-Rhin department. This department is in the Alsace region of France. The area is known for its rolling hills and green spaces.

Altitude and Size

The village of Levoncourt sits at an average height of about 475 meters (about 1,558 feet) above sea level. The lowest point in the commune is 448 meters (1,470 feet). The highest point reaches 741 meters (2,431 feet). The total area of Levoncourt is 5.28 square kilometers (about 2.04 square miles). This makes it a relatively small commune.

Population of Levoncourt

In 2006, the population of Levoncourt was 247 people. This shows it is a very small community. Small communes often have a close-knit feel.

Local Government

Like all communes in France, Levoncourt has a mayor and a local council. They manage the daily life of the village.

The Mayor

From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Levoncourt was Joseph Gissinger. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are responsible for things like local services, public safety, and representing the commune.

Intercommunality

Levoncourt is part of a group called "Jura alsacien." This is an "intercommunality," which means several communes work together. They share resources and manage services that are too big for one small commune to handle alone. This helps them provide better services for everyone.

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