Louroux-de-Beaune facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Louroux-de-Beaune
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The church in Louroux-de-Beaune
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 Louroux-de-Beaune
Location in France
Louroux-de-Beaune
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Allier |
| Arrondissement | Montluçon |
| Canton | Montmarault |
| Intercommunality | Région de Montmarault |
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10.66 km2 (4.12 sq mi) |
| Population
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183 |
| • Density | 17.17/km2 (44.46/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03151 /03600
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| Elevation | 316–501 m (1,037–1,644 ft) (avg. 422 m or 1,385 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Louroux-de-Beaune is a small village and a local government area called a commune. It is located in the Allier department in the central part of France. This charming place is known for its quiet, rural setting.
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What is Louroux-de-Beaune?
Louroux-de-Beaune is a commune, which is the smallest administrative division in France. Think of it like a town or a small district. It is part of the Allier department, which is one of the many departments that make up France. The village is situated in the heart of the country.
Where is it located?
This commune is found in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. It is specifically in the Montluçon arrondissement and the Montmarault canton. These are ways to organize different areas within the department.
Geography and Landscape
Louroux-de-Beaune covers an area of about 10.66 square kilometers. That's roughly 4.1 square miles. The land here has different heights. The lowest point is 316 meters (about 1,037 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 501 meters (about 1,644 feet). The average height is around 422 meters (about 1,385 feet). This varied landscape often includes rolling hills and green fields.
People and Community
As of 2008, Louroux-de-Beaune had a population of 183 people. This makes it a very small and peaceful community. Life in such a commune is often quiet, with neighbors knowing each other well. Many people in these areas work in farming or related activities.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Louroux-de-Beaune has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Pierre Pralois. The mayor helps manage the daily life of the commune. This includes things like local services and public works. The commune is also part of a larger group called Région de Montmarault. This group helps different communes work together on projects.
See also
In Spanish: Louroux-de-Beaune para niños
