Saint-Privat, Ardèche facts for kids
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Saint-Privat
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 Saint-Privat
Location in France
Saint-Privat
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ardèche |
| Arrondissement | Privas |
| Canton | Vals-les-Bains |
| Intercommunality | Pays d'Aubenas-Vals |
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6.13 km2 (2.37 sq mi) |
| Population
(1999)
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1,427 |
| • Density | 232.79/km2 (602.9/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07289 /07200
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| Elevation | 177–409 m (581–1,342 ft) (avg. 204 m or 669 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Privat is a small town or village, known in France as a commune. It is located in the Ardèche département in southern France. A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France, similar to a local town or parish.
Saint-Privat is part of the Ardèche département, which is like a county or province. This area is known for its beautiful natural landscapes, including mountains, rivers, and forests. The département is named after the Ardèche River.
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What is a French Commune?
A commune is the basic unit of local government in France. It is managed by an elected council and a mayor. The mayor is in charge of the daily running of the commune. They help with things like local services and making sure the community works well.
The Role of the Mayor
The mayor of a commune is an important leader. They are elected by the people who live in the commune. For example, Serge Reynier was the mayor of Saint-Privat from 2001 to 2008. The mayor's job includes managing the commune's budget, overseeing local services, and representing the community. They also help with things like birth certificates and marriage licenses.
How Communes Work Together
Sometimes, several communes work together on bigger projects. This is called "intercommunality." Saint-Privat is part of the "Pays d'Aubenas-Vals" intercommunality. This means Saint-Privat joins with nearby communes to share resources and work on common goals, like waste management or public transport. This helps smaller towns achieve more than they could alone.
Geography and Location
Saint-Privat is located in a region of France that has varying elevations. The lowest point in the commune is 177 meters (about 581 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 409 meters (about 1,342 feet). The average elevation is 204 meters (about 669 feet).
The commune covers an area of 6.13 square kilometers (about 2.37 square miles). This gives you an idea of how much land the town and its surrounding areas cover. The coordinates of Saint-Privat are 44.6294444444 degrees North latitude and 4.41527777778 degrees East longitude. These numbers help pinpoint its exact location on a map.
Population of Saint-Privat
According to a population count in 1999, Saint-Privat had 1,427 people living there. Population counts, also called censuses, are important because they help local governments understand how many people live in an area. This information helps them plan for schools, hospitals, and other services that the community needs.
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Privat (Ardèche) para niños
