Quincerot, Yonne facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Quincerot
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 Quincerot
Location in France
Quincerot
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté |
| Department | Yonne |
| Arrondissement | Avallon |
| Canton | Cruzy-le-Châtel |
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9.91 km2 (3.83 sq mi) |
| Population
(2006)
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73 |
| • Density | 7.37/km2 (19.08/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
89320 /89740
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| Elevation | 221–347 m (725–1,138 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Quincerot is a small and interesting place in France. It's known as a commune, which is like a local town or village area with its own government. Quincerot is found in the Yonne department, right in the middle of France.
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What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of local government area in France. Think of it like a town or a village that has its own mayor and local council. These local leaders help manage things for the people who live there. Quincerot is one of these communes.
Where is Quincerot Located?
Quincerot is in the Yonne department. This department is part of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in central France. It's a beautiful area known for its countryside. Quincerot covers an area of about 9.91 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 1,000 football fields!
How High Up is Quincerot?
The land in Quincerot isn't completely flat. It has different elevations, meaning some parts are higher than others. The lowest point is about 221 meters (725 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches about 347 meters (1,138 feet).
How Many People Live in Quincerot?
Quincerot is a very small commune. In 2006, only 73 people lived there. This makes it a quiet place, much different from a big city! The number of people living in a commune is called its population.
Who is the Mayor?
Every commune in France has a mayor. The mayor is like the leader of the town or village. They are elected by the people who live there. The mayor helps make decisions about local services, like roads, schools, and community events. They work to make life better for everyone in Quincerot.
See also
- In Spanish: Quincerot (Yonne) para niños
