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Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean
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Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean is located in France
Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean
Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean
Location in France
Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean
Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Country France
Region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Department Ardèche
Arrondissement Largentière
Canton Les Vans
Intercommunality Pays des Vans
Area
1
23.62 km2 (9.12 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
133
 • Density 5.631/km2 (14.58/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
07284 /07140
Elevation 175–924 m (574–3,031 ft)
(avg. 475 m or 1,558 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean is a small and charming commune in southern France. A commune is like a local town or village area. It is located in the Ardèche département, which is similar to a county or region. This area is known for its beautiful natural landscapes.

About Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean

Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean is a quiet place in the Ardèche region of France. It is a great example of a traditional French village. The area is known for its peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty.

Where is Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean?

This commune is found in the southern part of France. It is part of the Ardèche département. The coordinates for Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean are 44.4583333333 degrees North and 4.10777777778 degrees East. This helps us pinpoint its exact location on a map.

Elevation and Size

Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean sits at an average height of 475 meters (about 1,558 feet) above sea level. The lowest point in the commune is 175 meters (574 feet). The highest point reaches 924 meters (3,031 feet). The total area of the commune is 23.62 square kilometers (about 9.12 square miles). This makes it a relatively small area.

People and Life in the Commune

In 1999, Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean had a population of 133 people. This shows it is a very small community. Life here is likely peaceful and connected to nature. Small communes like this are often close-knit communities.

How Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean is Governed

Like all communes in France, Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean has its own local government. This helps manage the daily life and services for its residents.

The Mayor

The mayor is the main leader of the commune. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean was Bruno Roche. The mayor is responsible for many local decisions. These include things like public services and local events.

Administrative Divisions

Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean is part of a larger administrative system in France. It belongs to the Largentière arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of district. It is also part of the Les Vans canton. A canton is another administrative division. These divisions help organize local government across France.

Working Together: Intercommunality

The commune is also part of an intercommunality called Pays des Vans. This means Saint-Pierre-Saint-Jean works with nearby communes. They cooperate on projects that benefit everyone. This could include things like waste management or tourism.

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