Loriol-du-Comtat facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Loriol-du-Comtat
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The centre of the village of Loriol-du-Comtat
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 Loriol-du-Comtat
Location in France
Loriol-du-Comtat
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Vaucluse | |
| Arrondissement | Carpentras | |
| Canton | Carpentras-Nord | |
| Intercommunality | Communauté d'agglomération Ventoux-Comtat Venaissin | |
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11.29 km2 (4.36 sq mi) | |
| Population
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1,871 | |
| • Density | 165.72/km2 (429.22/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
84067 /84870
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| Elevation | 31–93 m (102–305 ft) (avg. 65 m or 213 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. | ||
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Loriol-du-Comtat is a small and charming village in the south of France. It is located in the Vaucluse department, which is part of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. In 1999, about 1,871 people lived there.
Loriol-du-Comtat is known as a commune. A commune is the smallest administrative area in France. Think of it like a town or a local district.
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Discovering Loriol-du-Comtat
Loriol-du-Comtat is nestled in a beautiful part of France. This area is famous for its sunny weather and lovely landscapes. The village is surrounded by vineyards and orchards.
Where is Loriol-du-Comtat Located?
This commune is found in the Carpentras area. It is also part of the Carpentras-Nord canton. A canton is a group of communes that work together.
The village sits at an elevation of about 65 meters (213 feet) above sea level. The lowest point is 31 meters (102 feet), and the highest is 93 meters (305 feet).
How Big is the Village?
Loriol-du-Comtat covers an area of about 11.29 square kilometers (4.36 square miles). This makes it a small but cozy place to live or visit.
Local Government and Community
Like all communes in France, Loriol-du-Comtat has its own local government. This government helps manage the village and its services.
Who is the Mayor?
The mayor of Loriol-du-Comtat is Michel Nicolet. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are responsible for making decisions that help the community. This includes things like local services and public works.
Working with Other Towns
Loriol-du-Comtat is part of a larger group called the Communauté d'agglomération Ventoux-Comtat Venaissin. This is a group of communes that work together on bigger projects. These projects might include public transport or waste management.
Images for kids
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The centre of the village of Loriol-du-Comtat
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The coat of arms for Loriol-du-Comtat
