Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand facts for kids
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Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand
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 Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand
Location in France
Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Gironde | |
| Arrondissement | Libourne | |
| Canton | Le Nord-Libournais | |
| Intercommunality | Libournais | |
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5.57 km2 (2.15 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33472 /33660
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| Elevation | 19–93 m (62–305 ft) (avg. 45 m or 148 ft) |
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Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand is a small and interesting place called a commune in the southwest of France. It is located in the Gironde department, which is part of the larger region known as Aquitaine. Think of a commune as a local town or village with its own government.
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About Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand
Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand is a quiet commune in the French countryside. It's known for its peaceful setting and connection to the history of the area. The name "Saint-Sauveur" means "Holy Savior," which is common for many places in France. "Puynormand" likely refers to a local hill or feature.
Where is Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand Located?
This commune is found in the Gironde department. The Gironde department is in the Aquitaine region of France. It's close to the city of Libourne, which is a bigger town in the area. The coordinates for Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand are 44.9989 degrees north and 0.0347 degrees west. This tells us its exact spot on a map.
What is a French Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It's like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council that makes decisions for the people living there. Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand is one of many thousands of communes across France.
Who Leads the Commune?
The leader of a commune is called the mayor. The mayor helps run the local services and represents the people of the commune. For Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand, the mayor is Gérard Moulinier. He was elected to serve the commune and help it grow.
How Big is Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand?
The commune covers an area of about 5.57 square kilometers. Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 19 meters to 93 meters. This means it has some higher and lower parts within its borders. The population of the commune changes over time, but it is generally a small community.
Images for kids
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The town hall (Mairie) of Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand.
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The coat of arms for Saint-Sauveur-de-Puynormand.
