Neuvy-Sautour facts for kids
Neuvy-Sautour is a small and interesting commune in France. It is located in the Yonne department, which is in the central part of France. Think of a commune as a local government area, similar to a township or a small town.
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Neuvy-Sautour
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 Neuvy-Sautour
Location in France
Neuvy-Sautour
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté |
| Department | Yonne |
| Arrondissement | Avallon |
| Canton | Flogny-la-Chapelle |
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19.06 km2 (7.36 sq mi) |
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973 |
| • Density | 51.05/km2 (132.22/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
89276 /89570
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| Elevation | 110–197 m (361–646 ft) |
| 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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What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest administrative division in France. It's like a local government area that manages its own affairs. Each commune has a mayor and a local council who make decisions for the people living there. Neuvy-Sautour is one of these communes.
Where is Neuvy-Sautour Located?
Neuvy-Sautour is found in the Yonne department. This department is part of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in central France. It's known for its beautiful countryside and historical sites. The commune is also part of the arrondissement of Avallon and the canton of Flogny-la-Chapelle. These are larger administrative areas that help organize the department.
Facts and Figures
Neuvy-Sautour covers an area of about 19.06 square kilometers (which is about 7.36 square miles). In 2006, around 973 people lived there. The land in Neuvy-Sautour varies in height, from a low point of 110 meters (about 361 feet) above sea level to a high point of 197 meters (about 646 feet). The postal code for Neuvy-Sautour is 89570, and its INSEE code, which is like a unique identification number, is 89276.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Neuvy-Sautour has a mayor and a municipal council. These elected officials work to manage the commune's services, such as local schools, roads, and public spaces. They also help with local planning and development to make sure the community runs smoothly for its residents.
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