Montaiguët-en-Forez facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Montaiguët-en-Forez
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 Montaiguët-en-Forez
Location in France
Montaiguët-en-Forez
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Allier | |
| Arrondissement | Vichy | |
| Canton | Le Donjon | |
| Intercommunality | Le Donjon–Val Libre | |
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22.49 km2 (8.68 sq mi) | |
| Population
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312 | |
| • Density | 13.873/km2 (35.93/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03178 /03130
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| Elevation | 276–465 m (906–1,526 ft) (avg. 410 m or 1,350 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. | ||
Montaiguët-en-Forez is a small and charming commune located in the heart of France. A commune is like a local government area or a small town. It is part of the Allier department, which is a region in central France.
Montaiguët-en-Forez is known for its quiet, rural setting. It offers a glimpse into traditional French village life.
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Where is Montaiguët-en-Forez?
Montaiguët-en-Forez is found in the Allier department. This department is in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of central France. The village is part of the arrondissement of Vichy and the canton of Le Donjon. These are ways France divides its areas for local government.
The village is located at coordinates 46.2717 degrees north and 3.8025 degrees east. This means it is in the northern hemisphere, east of the prime meridian.
How High is the Village?
The land in Montaiguët-en-Forez varies in height. The lowest point is 276 meters (about 905 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 465 meters (about 1,525 feet). The average height of the village is around 410 meters (about 1,345 feet).
People and Area
As of 2008, Montaiguët-en-Forez had a population of 312 people. This makes it a very small community. The total area of the commune is 22.49 square kilometers (about 8.68 square miles). This means there are not many people living in a fairly large space, giving it an open and natural feel.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Montaiguët-en-Forez has a local government. This government helps manage the village and its services.
Who is the Mayor?
From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Montaiguët-en-Forez was Henri Beacud. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are responsible for making decisions that help the community. Mayors are elected by the people living in the commune.
What is Intercommunality?
Montaiguët-en-Forez is part of an "intercommunality" group called Le Donjon–Val Libre. This means that several communes work together on certain services. For example, they might share resources for waste management, schools, or public transportation. This helps small villages provide better services to their residents.
See also
- In Spanish: Montaiguët-en-Forez para niños
