Saint-Prix, Allier facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Prix
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A view within Saint-Prix
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 Saint-Prix
Location in France
Saint-Prix
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Allier |
| Arrondissement | Vichy |
| Canton | Lapalisse |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Lapalisse |
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21.75 km2 (8.40 sq mi) |
| Population
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811 |
| • Density | 37.287/km2 (96.57/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03257 /03120
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| Elevation | 279–386 m (915–1,266 ft) (avg. 319 m or 1,047 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Prix is a small town, also known as a commune, located right in the middle of France. It is part of the Allier department. Think of a department like a county or region. Saint-Prix is a quiet place where people live and work.
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Discovering Saint-Prix
Saint-Prix is a lovely commune in the Allier department. This area is in the central part of France. It is known for its beautiful countryside.
Where is Saint-Prix Located?
Saint-Prix is found in the Vichy arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of administrative area in France. It is also part of the Lapalisse canton. A canton is a smaller area used for elections.
How Many People Live Here?
As of 2008, about 811 people lived in Saint-Prix. This makes it a smaller community. The people who live in a commune are called its residents.
Who Leads Saint-Prix?
The leader of Saint-Prix is called the mayor. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Didier Hangard. The mayor helps manage the town and its services. Saint-Prix also works with other nearby towns. This cooperation is called "intercommunality." For Saint-Prix, this group is called Pays de Lapalisse.
What is the Land Like?
Saint-Prix is located at an average height of 319 meters (about 1,047 feet) above sea level. The lowest point in the commune is 279 meters (915 feet). The highest point is 386 meters (1,266 feet). The total area of Saint-Prix is 21.75 square kilometers (about 8.4 square miles). This gives you an idea of how big the town's land area is.
