Saint-Jacques-d'Atticieux facts for kids
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Saint-Jacques-d'Atticieux
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 Saint-Jacques-d'Atticieux
Location in France
Saint-Jacques-d'Atticieux
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Ardèche | |
| Arrondissement | Tournon-sur-Rhône | |
| Canton | Sarras | |
| Intercommunality | Vivarhône | |
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4.97 km2 (1.92 sq mi) | |
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244 | |
| • Density | 49.09/km2 (127.2/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07243 /07340
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| Elevation | 331–657 m (1,086–2,156 ft) (avg. 470 m or 1,540 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
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Saint-Jacques-d'Atticieux is a small village, also known as a commune, located in southern France. It's part of the Ardèche département, which is like a county or region in other countries. This charming place is known for its quiet, rural setting.
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About Saint-Jacques-d'Atticieux
Where is Saint-Jacques-d'Atticieux?
Saint-Jacques-d'Atticieux is found in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. It's specifically in the Ardèche département. The village is nestled in an area with varying heights, from 331 meters (about 1,086 feet) to 657 meters (about 2,156 feet) above sea level. The average height of the village is around 470 meters (about 1,542 feet).
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it as a town or village with its own local council and mayor. Saint-Jacques-d'Atticieux is one of many communes in the Ardèche département.
How Big is the Village?
The village covers an area of about 4.97 square kilometers (which is roughly 1.92 square miles). As of 2008, about 244 people lived there, making it a very small and close-knit community.
Village Life and Government
Who Leads the Village?
The village is led by a mayor. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Saint-Jacques-d'Atticieux was René Soubeyrand. The mayor and the local council work together to manage the village and make decisions for its residents.
Working Together with Other Villages
Saint-Jacques-d'Atticieux is part of a group called "Vivahône". This is an "intercommunality", which means several communes work together on shared projects and services. This helps small villages like Saint-Jacques-d'Atticieux get things done that might be too big for them to do alone, like managing waste or providing public transport.
