Saint-Martin-sur-Ocre, Yonne facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Martin-sur-Ocre
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Part of Le Val-d'Ocre
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 Saint-Martin-sur-Ocre
Location in France
Saint-Martin-sur-Ocre
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté |
| Department | Yonne |
| Arrondissement | Auxerre |
| Canton | Charny |
| Commune | Le Val-d'Ocre |
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4.58 km2 (1.77 sq mi) |
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53 |
| • Density | 11.57/km2 (29.97/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
89110
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| Elevation | 135–267 m (443–876 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Martin-sur-Ocre was a small village in central France. It was once a separate commune. A commune is like a small local government area.
This village was located in the Yonne department. A department is similar to a county or a region.
On January 1, 2016, Saint-Martin-sur-Ocre joined with another commune. It became part of a new, larger commune called Le Val-d'Ocre. This means it is no longer a separate commune on its own.
Where is Saint-Martin-sur-Ocre?
Saint-Martin-sur-Ocre is found in the central part of France. It is in the Yonne department. This area is known for its beautiful countryside.
The village is located near the Ocre river. This river gives the village part of its name.
What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of administrative division in France. It is like a town or a village with its own local government. Each commune has a mayor and a town council.
Communes manage local services. These include things like schools, roads, and public buildings. They help organize daily life for the people living there.
Why do Communes Merge?
Sometimes, small communes like Saint-Martin-sur-Ocre merge. This means they join together to form a new, larger commune. There are several reasons why this happens.
Merging can help small villages share resources. It can also make local government more efficient. This can save money and provide better services for everyone.
Basic Facts
- Location: Central France, Yonne department.
- Former Status: Was a separate commune.
- Current Status: Part of Le Val-d'Ocre since January 1, 2016.
- Population (2017): 53 people.
- Area: 4.58 square kilometers.
