Saint-Just, Ain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Just
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 Saint-Just
Location in France
Saint-Just
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ain |
| Arrondissement | Bourg-en-Bresse |
| Canton | Ceyzériat |
| Intercommunality | La Vallière |
| Area
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3.38 km2 (1.31 sq mi) |
| Population
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789 |
| • Density | 233.4/km2 (604.6/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
01369 /01250
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| Elevation | 235–268 m (771–879 ft) (avg. 259 m or 850 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Just is a small commune located in the eastern part of France. It is found in the Ain department, which is part of the larger region called Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
A commune is like a local town or village area in France. It has its own local government and is a basic unit of French administration.
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About Saint-Just
Saint-Just is a quiet place with a population of 789 people, based on a count from 1999. It covers an area of about 3.38 square kilometers (which is about 1.3 square miles).
Location and Geography
The commune of Saint-Just is situated in the Ain department. This department is known for its diverse landscapes, from mountains to plains. Saint-Just itself is located at an elevation that ranges from 235 meters (about 771 feet) to 268 meters (about 879 feet) above sea level. The average elevation is around 259 meters (about 850 feet). This means it's not a very flat area, but it doesn't have very high mountains either.
Local Government and Leadership
Like all communes in France, Saint-Just has a mayor who is in charge of the local government. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Saint-Just was Jean Pichet. The mayor and the local council work to manage the daily life of the commune. This includes things like local services and public spaces.
Saint-Just is also part of a group of communes called an "intercommunality." This group is named La Vallière. Intercommunalities allow several communes to work together on bigger projects. These projects might include waste management, public transport, or economic development. By working together, they can share resources and achieve more than they could alone.
What Does INSEE Mean?
You might see "INSEE" and a number like "01369" in the information box. INSEE stands for the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies. It's a French organization that collects and publishes information about France. The INSEE code is a unique number given to each commune. It helps to identify Saint-Just specifically for official records and statistics.
Postal Code
The postal code for Saint-Just is 01250. This code helps the postal service deliver mail correctly to homes and businesses within the commune.
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Just (Ain) para niños
