Saint-Sornin, Allier facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Sornin
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 Saint-Sornin
Location in France
Saint-Sornin
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Allier |
| Arrondissement | Moulins |
| Canton | Le Montet |
| Intercommunality | Bocage Sud |
| Area
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19.44 km2 (7.51 sq mi) |
| Population
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220 |
| • Density | 11.32/km2 (29.3/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03260 /03240
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| Elevation | 344–458 m (1,129–1,503 ft) (avg. 413 m or 1,355 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Sornin is a small commune in central France. A commune is like a local town or village area. It is part of the Allier department. A department is a region, similar to a county in some other countries.
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What is Saint-Sornin?
Saint-Sornin is a quiet place in the heart of France. It is known for its peaceful countryside. The commune is located in the Allier department. This department is in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France.
Where is Saint-Sornin located?
Saint-Sornin is found in the central part of France. Its exact location can be seen using its coordinates: 46.4117 degrees North and 3.0275 degrees East. This helps people find it on a map. The area around Saint-Sornin is mostly rural. It has fields and small hills.
Who leads Saint-Sornin?
Like all communes in France, Saint-Sornin has a mayor. The mayor is the leader of the local government. From 2001 to 2008, Gérard Petiot was the mayor. The mayor helps manage the daily life of the commune. This includes things like local services and community projects. Saint-Sornin is also part of a group of communes called Bocage Sud. This group works together on bigger projects.
How big is Saint-Sornin?
Saint-Sornin is a very small commune. In 2008, only about 220 people lived there. The total area of the commune is 19.44 square kilometers. This is about 7.5 square miles. The land in Saint-Sornin is not flat. Its elevation, or height above sea level, ranges from 344 meters to 458 meters. This means it has some gentle slopes and hills.
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Sornin (Allier) para niños
