Saint-André-et-Appelles facts for kids
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Saint-André-et-Appelles
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 Saint-André-et-Appelles
Location in France
Saint-André-et-Appelles
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Gironde | |
| Arrondissement | Libourne | |
| Canton | Sainte-Foy-la-Grande | |
| Intercommunality | Pays Foyen | |
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10.25 km2 (3.96 sq mi) | |
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671 | |
| • Density | 65.46/km2 (169.55/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33369 /33220
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| Elevation | 7–114 m (23–374 ft) (avg. 100 m or 330 ft) |
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Saint-André-et-Appelles is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the southwest of France. It is part of the Aquitaine region and can be found in the Gironde department. This area is known for its beautiful countryside and rich history.
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Discover Saint-André-et-Appelles
Saint-André-et-Appelles is a quiet place with a population of about 671 people, based on 2008 numbers. It covers an area of 10.25 square kilometers. The town's elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 7 meters to 114 meters. The average elevation is around 100 meters.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is like a local government area. It is the smallest division of land for local administration. Each commune has a mayor and a town council. They work to manage local services for the people living there.
Understanding French Regions and Departments
France is divided into different areas to help with its government.
- A region is a very large area, like a state or province. Aquitaine is one of these regions.
- A department is a smaller area within a region. Gironde is a department inside the Aquitaine region.
Saint-André-et-Appelles is part of the Gironde department. This department is famous for its vineyards and the city of Bordeaux.
Local Government and Life
The mayor of Saint-André-et-Appelles is René Gourgousse. He served from 2008 to 2014. The mayor and the local council make decisions for the town. They help with things like roads, schools, and local events. The town is also part of a group of communes called Pays Foyen. This group works together on bigger projects that benefit all the towns.
More Information
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In Spanish: Saint-André-et-Appelles para niños
