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Provency
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 Provency
Location in France
Provency
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté |
| Department | Yonne |
| Arrondissement | Avallon |
| Canton | L'Isle-sur-Serein |
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11.88 km2 (4.59 sq mi) |
| Population
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237 |
| • Density | 19.95/km2 (51.67/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
89316 /89200
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| Elevation | 229–328 m (751–1,076 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Provency is a small place in central France. It is known as a commune, which is like a local town or village area. You can find Provency in the Yonne department.
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What is Provency?
Provency is a commune, which is the smallest type of local government area in France. Think of it as a town or village along with the land around it. It is located in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region. This region is in the middle of France.
Where is Provency Located?
Provency is found in the Yonne department. This department is known for its beautiful countryside and historical sites. Provency is part of the Avallon arrondissement and the L'Isle-sur-Serein canton. These are ways France divides its areas for local government.
How Many People Live in Provency?
According to information from 2006, about 237 people live in Provency. This makes it a very small and quiet community. The area of Provency is about 11.88 square kilometers. That's roughly 4.5 square miles.
Who is in Charge of Provency?
Like many towns, Provency has a mayor who helps run things. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Provency was Pierre Coste. The mayor is like the main leader of the commune. They help make decisions for the local community.
How High Up is Provency?
The land in Provency is not completely flat. The lowest point in the commune is 229 meters (about 751 feet) above sea level. The highest point is 328 meters (about 1,076 feet) above sea level. This means there are some small hills or changes in elevation.
See also
- In Spanish: Provency para niños
