Rompon facts for kids
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Rompon
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 Rompon
Location in France
Rompon
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ardèche |
| Arrondissement | Privas |
| Canton | La Voulte-sur-Rhône |
| Intercommunality | Privas Rhône et Vallées |
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22.03 km2 (8.51 sq mi) |
| Population
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863 |
| • Density | 39.174/km2 (101.46/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07198 /07250
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| Elevation | 85–510 m (279–1,673 ft) (avg. 113 m or 371 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Rompon is a small town, also called a commune, located in southern France. It is part of the Ardèche département, which is like a county or administrative area in France. Rompon is known for its beautiful natural surroundings.
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Discover Rompon's Location
Rompon is found in the Ardèche area of France. This region is famous for its stunning landscapes. The town is situated in the Rhône-Alpes region. It is close to the Rhône River, which is one of France's major rivers.
Where is Rompon Exactly?
Rompon is located at specific geographic coordinates. These are 44.7622222222 degrees north and 4.72416666667 degrees east. This means it is in the northern hemisphere. It is also east of the Prime Meridian.
How High is Rompon?
The elevation of Rompon varies. The lowest point in the commune is 85 meters (about 279 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 510 meters (about 1,673 feet). The average elevation is around 113 meters (about 371 feet). This difference in height creates interesting landscapes.
People and Size of Rompon
Rompon is a small community. In 1999, its population was 863 people. This makes it a quiet and peaceful place to live. The total area of the commune is 22.03 square kilometers (about 8.5 square miles). This is roughly the size of a small city park.
How Rompon is Governed
Like all towns in France, Rompon has a local government. This government helps manage the town. It ensures that services like roads and schools work well.
The Mayor of Rompon
The head of the local government is the mayor. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Rompon was Jean Chouvier. The mayor is elected by the people of Rompon. They help make important decisions for the town.
Administrative Divisions
Rompon is part of several larger administrative areas. It belongs to the Privas arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of district. It is also part of the La Voulte-sur-Rhône canton. A canton is a smaller administrative area. These divisions help organize local government services.
Working Together with Other Towns
Rompon is part of an organization called Privas Rhône et Vallées. This is an "intercommunality." It means Rompon works with nearby towns. They cooperate on projects that benefit everyone. This could include things like waste management or public transport.
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The town hall (Mairie) of Rompon, Ardèche.
