Lhôpital facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lhôpital
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Part of Surjoux-Lhopital
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Église St Jean Baptiste
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 Lhôpital
Location in France
Lhôpital
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ain |
| Arrondissement | Nantua |
| Canton | Bellegarde-sur-Valserine |
| Commune | Surjoux-Lhopital |
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3.7 km2 (1.4 sq mi) |
| Population
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45 |
| • Density | 12.16/km2 (31.5/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
01420
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| Elevation | 395–1,160 m (1,296–3,806 ft) (avg. 490 m or 1,610 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Lhôpital (pronounced "Loh-pee-tal") is a tiny, charming place in eastern France. It used to be a separate area called a commune. Think of a commune like a small town or village with its own local government.
Lhôpital is located in the Ain department, which is a part of France known for its beautiful landscapes. On January 1, 2019, Lhôpital joined with another nearby commune called Surjoux. Together, they now form a new, larger commune known as Surjoux-Lhopital. This merger helps smaller communities work together more efficiently.
Where is Lhôpital Located?
Lhôpital is nestled in the eastern part of France. It's part of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. This area is known for its rolling hills and pretty countryside. The village sits at an elevation of about 490 meters (around 1,600 feet) above sea level. This means it's quite high up, offering nice views of the surrounding nature.
The total area of Lhôpital is quite small, covering only about 3.7 square kilometers (1.4 square miles). This makes it a very compact and close-knit community.
How Many People Live in Lhôpital?
Even though it's a small place, Lhôpital has a history of people living there. The number of residents has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has been:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
| 2006 | 56 | — |
| 2011 | 56 | +0.00% |
| 2015 | 47 | −4.29% |
| 2021 | 45 | −0.72% |
| Source: INSEE | ||
As you can see, in 2021, about 45 people lived in Lhôpital. This shows it's a very small, quiet community. The population figures help us understand how places grow or shrink over time.
Images for kids
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The Church of St. John the Baptist in Lhôpital.
See also
- In Spanish: Lhôpital para niños
