Sauvigny-le-Bois facts for kids
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Sauvigny-le-Bois
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 Sauvigny-le-Bois
Location in France
Sauvigny-le-Bois
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté |
| Department | Yonne |
| Arrondissement | Avallon |
| Canton | Avallon |
| Area
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15.34 km2 (5.92 sq mi) |
| Population
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733 |
| • Density | 47.78/km2 (123.76/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
89378 /89200
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| Elevation | 230–317 m (755–1,040 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Sauvigny-le-Bois is a small town or village in the middle of France. It is located in the Yonne department. This area is part of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region.
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What is Sauvigny-le-Bois?
Sauvigny-le-Bois is a French commune. A commune is like a local government area. It is similar to a township or a small municipality. These areas are the smallest divisions of local government in France.
Where is Sauvigny-le-Bois Located?
This commune is found in the Yonne department. The Yonne department is in the central part of France. It is known for its beautiful countryside. The area is also famous for its history.
How Many People Live There?
As of 2006, about 733 people lived in Sauvigny-le-Bois. The number of people living in a commune can change over time. This information helps us understand the size of the community.
What is the Area Like?
Sauvigny-le-Bois covers an area of about 15.34 square kilometers. This is roughly 5.9 square miles. The land here has different heights. The lowest point is 230 meters above sea level. The highest point is 317 meters.
What is a French Department?
A department is a way France divides its country. It is similar to a county in other countries. Each department has its own local government. The Yonne department is one of 96 departments in mainland France.
What is an Arrondissement?
Departments are further divided into smaller areas called arrondissements. Sauvigny-le-Bois is part of the Avallon arrondissement. These divisions help manage local services.
What is a Canton?
Cantons are even smaller administrative areas. They are mainly used for elections. Sauvigny-le-Bois belongs to the Avallon canton. This system helps organize voting districts.
See also
- In Spanish: Sauvigny-le-Bois para niños
