Ussel-d'Allier facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ussel-d'Allier
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 Ussel-d'Allier
Location in France
Ussel-d'Allier
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Allier | |
| Arrondissement | Moulins | |
| Canton | Chantelle | |
| Intercommunality | Pays Saint-Pourcinois | |
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8.02 km2 (3.10 sq mi) | |
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150 | |
| • Density | 18.7/km2 (48.4/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
03294 /03140
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| Elevation | 262–390 m (860–1,280 ft) (avg. 287 m or 942 ft) |
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Ussel-d'Allier is a small and charming commune (which is like a town or village) located in the heart of France. It's part of the Allier department, a region known for its beautiful countryside and rich history.
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Discovering Ussel-d'Allier
Ussel-d'Allier is a quiet place in central France. It's part of the Allier department, which is one of the many areas that make up France. Think of a department like a county or a larger region within a state.
Where is Ussel-d'Allier?
This commune is found in the middle of France. Its exact location can be described using coordinates: 46.2083 degrees North and 3.1906 degrees East. It's nestled in an area that ranges in height from 262 meters (about 860 feet) to 390 meters (about 1,280 feet) above sea level. The average height is around 287 meters (about 940 feet).
How Big is Ussel-d'Allier?
Ussel-d'Allier covers an area of about 8.02 square kilometers (which is about 3.1 square miles). To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 1,100 football fields!
Who Lives in Ussel-d'Allier?
As of 2008, about 150 people lived in Ussel-d'Allier. This makes it a very small and close-knit community.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Ussel-d'Allier has its own local government. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Georges Courtinat. The mayor is like the leader of the town, helping to make decisions and manage local services. Ussel-d'Allier also works with other nearby communes as part of something called "Pays Saint-Pourcinois." This helps them share resources and work together on bigger projects.
See also
In Spanish: Ussel-d'Allier para niños
