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Saligny-sur-Roudon
Chateau
Chateau
Coat of arms of Saligny-sur-Roudon
Coat of arms
Saligny-sur-Roudon is located in France
Saligny-sur-Roudon
Saligny-sur-Roudon
Location in France
Saligny-sur-Roudon is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Saligny-sur-Roudon
Saligny-sur-Roudon
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Country France
Region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Department Allier
Arrondissement Moulins
Canton Dompierre-sur-Besbre
Intercommunality Val de Besbre Sologne Bourbonnaise
Area
1
57.77 km2 (22.31 sq mi)
Population
 (2008)
813
 • Density 14.073/km2 (36.449/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
03265 /03470
Elevation 227–307 m (745–1,007 ft)
(avg. 280 m or 920 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Saligny-sur-Roudon is a small town or village in France. It is known as a commune. This means it is a local area with its own government. Saligny-sur-Roudon is located in the Allier department. This department is in the central part of France.

Discover Saligny-sur-Roudon

Saligny-sur-Roudon is a quiet place in the French countryside. It is part of the Allier department. This area is known for its green landscapes. The commune is located in the heart of France.

Where is Saligny-sur-Roudon located?

Saligny-sur-Roudon is in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. This region is in central France. The commune is part of the Moulins arrondissement. An arrondissement is like a district within a department. It helps organize local government.

What is the population of Saligny-sur-Roudon?

In 2008, about 813 people lived in Saligny-sur-Roudon. The number of people living in a commune can change over time. This makes it a small community. Small communes often have a close-knit feel.

How big is the commune?

Saligny-sur-Roudon covers an area of about 57.77 square kilometers. This is a fairly large area for a small population. It means there is a lot of open space. The land includes fields and forests.

Local Government and Life

Like all communes in France, Saligny-sur-Roudon has its own local government. This government helps manage the daily life of the town. It makes decisions for the people who live there.

Who is the mayor?

The mayor of Saligny-sur-Roudon is Jean-Marc Veniant. He was elected in 2008. The mayor is the head of the local government. They work to improve the commune. Mayors are important leaders in French towns.

What is an intercommunality?

Saligny-sur-Roudon is part of an "intercommunality." This is a group of communes that work together. They share resources and services. Saligny-sur-Roudon belongs to the Val de Besbre Sologne Bourbonnaise group. This helps small towns work more efficiently.

Exploring the Area

The area around Saligny-sur-Roudon has interesting features. These include its natural landscape and historical buildings. The elevation of the commune varies.

What is the elevation?

The highest point in Saligny-sur-Roudon is 307 meters above sea level. The lowest point is 227 meters. The average elevation is 280 meters. This shows that the land is not completely flat. It has some gentle hills.

What is the Chateau de Saligny?

The Chateau de Saligny is a notable building in the commune. A chateau is a large French country house or castle. These buildings often have a long history. They are important landmarks.

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