Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron facts for kids
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Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron
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The church in Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron
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 Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron
Location in France
Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ardèche |
| Arrondissement | Largentière |
| Canton | Berg-Helvie |
| Intercommunality | Berg et Coiron |
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13.2 km2 (5.1 sq mi) |
| Population
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112 |
| • Density | 8.48/km2 (21.98/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07242 /07580
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| Elevation | 386–775 m (1,266–2,543 ft) (avg. 672 m or 2,205 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron is a small village, also known as a "commune," located in southern France. Its name changed slightly in 2020 from Saint-Gineis-en-Coiron. This quiet place is part of the Ardèche department, which is like a county in France, and is known for its beautiful natural surroundings.
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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 small city. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. These local leaders help manage things like roads, schools, and local services for the people living there.
Where is Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron Located?
Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron is found in the Ardèche department. This department is in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. The village is part of a larger administrative area called the Largentière arrondissement. It also belongs to the Berg-Helvie canton, which is a smaller area used for elections. The "en-Coiron" part of its name tells us it's nestled in the Coiron mountains.
Who Leads the Commune?
Like all communes in France, Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. Since 2020, the mayor of Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron has been Jean-François Crozier. He will serve in this role until 2026. The commune also works with other nearby villages in a group called "Berg et Coiron" to share services.
How Many People Live There?
The number of people living in Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron has changed over the years. In 2021, about 112 people lived in the commune. This makes it a very small and peaceful community.
Population Changes Over Time
Here's a look at how the population has changed:
- 1962: 103 people
- 1968: 121 people
- 1975: 101 people
- 1982: 78 people
- 1990: 70 people
- 1999: 96 people
- 2008: 97 people
- 2021: 112 people
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Gineis-en-Coiron para niños
