Saint-Champ facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Champ
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Part of Magnieu
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 Saint-Champ
Location in France
Saint-Champ
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ain |
| Arrondissement | Belley |
| Canton | Belley |
| Commune | Magnieu |
| Area
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5.14 km2 (1.98 sq mi) |
| Population
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147 |
| • Density | 28.60/km2 (74.1/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
01300
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| Elevation | 286–554 m (938–1,818 ft) (avg. 351 m or 1,152 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Champ was once a small village, known as a commune, located in eastern France. It was part of the Ain department. Think of a department like a county or a larger region within a country.
On January 1, 2019, Saint-Champ joined with another commune called Magnieu. This means Saint-Champ is no longer a separate commune on its own. It is now part of the larger Magnieu area.
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What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It's like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They make decisions about things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there.
Small communes sometimes merge with larger ones. This can happen to make local government more efficient. It also helps them share resources better. This is what happened to Saint-Champ when it joined Magnieu.
Where is Saint-Champ Located?
Saint-Champ is in the Ain department. This department is in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. It is known for its beautiful countryside and natural areas. The Ain department is in the eastern part of France, close to the Alps mountains.
The village itself is located in a hilly area. Its highest point is 554 meters (about 1,818 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 286 meters (about 938 feet). This shows that the area has varied terrain.
How Many People Lived in Saint-Champ?
The number of people living in a place is called its population. The population of Saint-Champ changed over the years. Here's a look at how many people lived there:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
| 2006 | 137 | — |
| 2011 | 144 | +1.00% |
| 2015 | 162 | +2.99% |
| 2018 | 147 | −3.19% |
| Source: INSEE | ||
As you can see, the population was quite small. It stayed around 137 to 162 people in the years leading up to its merger. This makes Saint-Champ a very small and quiet place.
Life in a Small French Village
Life in a small French commune like Saint-Champ is often peaceful. People might know their neighbors well. They might enjoy the quiet countryside. Many small villages in France have old churches and traditional houses. They often have a strong sense of community. Even though Saint-Champ is now part of Magnieu, its history and charm remain.
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Champ para niños
