Louroux-de-Bouble facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Louroux-de-Bouble
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The church of Saint-Laurent in Louroux-de-Bouble
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 Louroux-de-Bouble
Location in France
Louroux-de-Bouble
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Allier | |
| Arrondissement | Montluçon | |
| Canton | Ébreuil | |
| Intercommunality | Sioule, Colettes et Bouble | |
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16.87 km2 (6.51 sq mi) | |
| Population
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293 | |
| • Density | 17.37/km2 (44.98/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03152 /03330
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| Elevation | 357–550 m (1,171–1,804 ft) (avg. 500 m or 1,600 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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Louroux-de-Bouble is a small and peaceful commune (which is like a local town or village area) located in the heart of France. It's part of the Allier department, which is a region known for its beautiful countryside.
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What is Louroux-de-Bouble?
Louroux-de-Bouble is a rural area where people live and work. It's not a big city, but rather a community with its own local government. The word "commune" in France refers to the smallest administrative division, similar to a township or municipality in other countries.
Where is Louroux-de-Bouble Located?
This commune is found in the central part of France, within the Allier department. It's situated in an area called the Massif Central, which means it has some hills and varying elevations. The lowest point in the commune is about 357 meters (1,171 feet) above sea level, and the highest point reaches around 550 meters (1,804 feet).
Who Lives in Louroux-de-Bouble?
As of 2008, about 293 people lived in Louroux-de-Bouble. This makes it a very small community, where neighbors likely know each other well. The total area of the commune is about 16.87 square kilometers (6.51 square miles).
How is Louroux-de-Bouble Governed?
Like all communes in France, Louroux-de-Bouble has a mayor and a local council that manage its affairs. The mayor is the head of the local government. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Gérard Boissonet. The commune also works with nearby communities as part of an intercommunality group called "Sioule, Colettes et Bouble" to share resources and services.
Local Landmarks
One of the important buildings in Louroux-de-Bouble is the church of Saint-Laurent. Churches often serve as central points in French villages, both historically and as places of community gathering.
See also
In Spanish: Louroux-de-Bouble para niños
- Communes of Allier
