Trévol facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Trévol
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 Trévol
Location in France
Trévol
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Allier | |
| Arrondissement | Moulins | |
| Canton | Yzeure | |
| Intercommunality | Moulins | |
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40.84 km2 (15.77 sq mi) | |
| Population
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1,599 | |
| • Density | 39.153/km2 (101.41/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03290 /03460
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| Elevation | 197–264 m (646–866 ft) (avg. 245 m or 804 ft) |
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Trévol is a small and interesting commune located in the heart of France. It is part of the Allier department, which is in the central part of the country. Think of a commune as a local town or village area, like a small district with its own local government.
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Discover Trévol: A French Commune
Trévol is a quiet place where about 1,600 people live, based on information from 2008. It covers an area of about 40.84 square kilometers (which is about 15.77 square miles). The land in Trévol is mostly flat, but it does have some small changes in height. The lowest point is 197 meters (about 646 feet) above sea level, and the highest point reaches 264 meters (about 866 feet).
Where is Trévol Located?
Trévol is found in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. It's specifically in the Allier department. To help you imagine its location, it's near the city of Moulins. France is divided into many departments, and Allier is one of them. Trévol is also part of the Yzeure canton, which is a smaller administrative area within the department.
What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is the smallest administrative division. It's like a local town or village area that has its own mayor and local council. These councils make decisions about things like local services, schools, and roads for the people living there. Trévol, like many other communes in France, has its own mayor, Gilles Tourret, who helps manage the town.
Life in Trévol
Life in Trévol is typical of many small French communes. It offers a peaceful environment away from big cities. People living here enjoy the local community and the natural surroundings. The commune is part of a larger group called "Moulins Communauté," which helps different towns work together on projects and services that benefit everyone in the area.
Images for kids
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A view of the landscape in Trévol, Allier.
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The official coat of arms for the commune of Trévol.
See also
In Spanish: Trévol para niños
