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Saint-Cyr-les-Colons
Saint-Cyr-les-Colons is located in France
Saint-Cyr-les-Colons
Saint-Cyr-les-Colons
Location in France
Saint-Cyr-les-Colons is located in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Saint-Cyr-les-Colons
Saint-Cyr-les-Colons
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Country France
Region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Department Yonne
Arrondissement Auxerre
Canton Chablis
Area
1
34.77 km2 (13.42 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
416
 • Density 11.964/km2 (30.99/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
89341 /89800
Elevation 153–345 m (502–1,132 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Saint-Cyr-les-Colons is a small and charming commune, which is like a town or village, located in the central part of France. It is found in the Yonne department, a region known for its beautiful countryside and historic places. This commune is a quiet place where people live and work, contributing to the local community.

Discovering Saint-Cyr-les-Colons

Saint-Cyr-les-Colons is part of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in France. It's a place where you can experience the peaceful French countryside. The commune is situated in the Auxerre arrondissement and the Chablis canton, which are administrative areas in France.

Geography and Landscape

The area of Saint-Cyr-les-Colons covers about 34.77 square kilometers. The land here varies in height, from a low point of 153 meters above sea level to a high point of 345 meters. This means the commune has a mix of flatter areas and some higher ground, offering different views of the landscape.

How Many People Live Here?

According to the 2006 census, about 416 people lived in Saint-Cyr-les-Colons. This makes it a small community where neighbors likely know each other. The population numbers help us understand the size and feel of the commune.

What is a Commune?

In France, a "commune" is the smallest administrative division. Think of it like a local government area, similar to a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council who manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there.

The Role of the Mayor

The mayor of a commune is an important leader. They are elected by the people who live in the commune. The mayor's job is to make decisions that help the community grow and thrive. They work to improve the lives of the residents and represent the commune in wider regional matters.

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