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Malay-le-Petit
Malay-le-Petit is located in France
Malay-le-Petit
Malay-le-Petit
Location in France
Malay-le-Petit is located in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Malay-le-Petit
Malay-le-Petit
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Country France
Region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Department Yonne
Arrondissement Sens
Canton Sens-Sud-Est
Area
1
11.04 km2 (4.26 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
357
 • Density 32.34/km2 (83.75/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
89240 /89100
Elevation 81–217 m (266–712 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Malay-le-Petit is a small town or village in France. It is officially called a commune. You can find it in the Yonne department, which is in the central part of France.

What is a Commune?

A commune is the smallest type of local government area in France. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own local council and a mayor. The mayor helps to manage the daily life of the community. They look after things like local services and public spaces.

Where is Malay-le-Petit?

Malay-le-Petit is located in the northern part of central France. It is part of the Yonne department. The Yonne department is known for its beautiful countryside and historic towns. Malay-le-Petit is also close to the larger town of Sens.

Size and Population

Malay-le-Petit covers an area of about 11.04 square kilometers. That's roughly 4.26 square miles. The land in the commune varies in height. The lowest point is 81 meters (about 266 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 217 meters (about 712 feet). In 2006, about 357 people lived in Malay-le-Petit. This makes it a very small and quiet community.

Life in a French Commune

Life in a small French commune like Malay-le-Petit is often peaceful. Residents might enjoy the natural surroundings. They also take part in local traditions. Communes are important for keeping French culture alive. They help to connect people to their local history and heritage.

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