Ormoy, Yonne facts for kids
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Ormoy
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 Ormoy
Location in France
Ormoy
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté |
| Department | Yonne |
| Arrondissement | Auxerre |
| Canton | Seignelay |
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13.33 km2 (5.15 sq mi) |
| Population
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683 |
| • Density | 51.24/km2 (132.71/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
89282 /89400
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| Elevation | 84–156 m (276–512 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Ormoy is a small and charming commune located in the Yonne department. This area is right in the center of France. A commune is like a local town or village area with its own local government.
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What is Ormoy?
Ormoy is a French commune. It is part of the Yonne department. This department is in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. Ormoy is known for its peaceful countryside.
Where is Ormoy Located?
Ormoy is situated in the central part of France. It is found in the Auxerre arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of administrative division in France. Think of it like a district within a larger area.
How Big is Ormoy?
The area of Ormoy is about 13.33 square kilometers (which is about 5.15 square miles). This makes it a medium-sized commune. The land in Ormoy ranges in height from 84 meters (276 feet) to 156 meters (512 feet) above sea level.
How Many People Live in Ormoy?
According to information from 2006, about 683 people lived in Ormoy. This means it is a small community. The number of people living in a place is called its population.
Local Government in Ormoy
Like all communes in France, Ormoy has its own local government. This government helps manage the daily life of the community.
The Mayor of Ormoy
Every commune in France has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They are elected by the people who live in the commune. The mayor helps make decisions for the town. They also represent Ormoy in larger government groups.
Ormoy's Place in the Canton
Ormoy is also part of the canton of Seignelay. A canton is another type of administrative area in France. It groups several communes together. Cantons are used for organizing elections and some local services.
See also
- In Spanish: Ormoy (Yonne) para niños
