Montcombroux-les-Mines facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Montcombroux-les-Mines
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The landscape of Montcombroux-les-Mines
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 Montcombroux-les-Mines
Location in France
Montcombroux-les-Mines
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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23.42 km2 (9.04 sq mi) |
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416 |
| • Density | 17.763/km2 (46.00/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03181 /03130
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| Elevation | 281–414 m (922–1,358 ft) (avg. 392 m or 1,286 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Montcombroux-les-Mines is a small and charming commune located in the heart of France. It is part of the Allier department, which is in the central part of the country. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and quiet, peaceful towns.
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About Montcombroux-les-Mines
Montcombroux-les-Mines is a commune, which is like a local government area in France. It is home to a small number of people. The name "les-Mines" suggests that there might have been mines in the area a long time ago.
Where is it located?
This commune is found in the Allier department. The Allier department is in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of central France. It is known for its green countryside and historic towns.
How big is it?
Montcombroux-les-Mines covers an area of about 23.42 square kilometers (about 9 square miles). To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 2,342 football fields!
How high is it?
The land in Montcombroux-les-Mines is not flat. Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, changes. The lowest point is about 281 meters (922 feet) high. The highest point reaches about 414 meters (1,358 feet). The average elevation is around 392 meters (1,286 feet).
People and Government
Like all communes in France, Montcombroux-les-Mines has its own local government. This government helps manage the town and its services.
How many people live there?
As of 2008, about 416 people lived in Montcombroux-les-Mines. This makes it a very small and close-knit community.
Who is the mayor?
The mayor of Montcombroux-les-Mines is Claire Tognon. A mayor is like the leader of the town. They are elected by the people to help make decisions and manage local affairs. Claire Tognon served as mayor from 2008 to 2014.
What is intercommunality?
Montcombroux-les-Mines is part of a group called "Le Donjon–Val Libre." This is an example of "intercommunality." It means that several communes work together on certain projects. They might share services like waste collection or public transport. This helps smaller towns get things done more easily.
Images for kids
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A beautiful view of the landscape in Montcombroux-les-Mines.
See also
In Spanish: Montcombroux-les-Mines para niños
