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Valvignères
Valvignères is located in France
Valvignères
Valvignères
Location in France
Valvignères is located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Valvignères
Valvignères
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Country France
Region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Department Ardèche
Arrondissement Privas
Canton Viviers
Intercommunality Rhône Helvie
Area
1
29.78 km2 (11.50 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
377
 • Density 12.660/km2 (32.79/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
07332 /07400
Elevation 136–521 m (446–1,709 ft)
(avg. 196 m or 643 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Valvignères is a small town, called a commune, located in the Ardèche department in the southern part of France. It is a quiet place known for its natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is like a local government area or a small town. It is the smallest division of local government. Valvignères is one of many communes found across France.

Where is Valvignères Located?

Valvignères is in the Ardèche department, which is in the south of France. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes, including hills and valleys. The commune is located at coordinates 44.5013888889 degrees North and 4.575 degrees East.

How High is Valvignères?

The average height of Valvignères above sea level is about 196 meters (643 feet). Some parts of the commune are lower, at 136 meters (446 feet), while others are much higher, reaching up to 521 meters (1,709 feet).

How Many People Live in Valvignères?

As of 1999, the population of Valvignères was 377 people. This means it is a very small commune. The total area of Valvignères is 29.78 square kilometers (about 11.5 square miles).

How is Valvignères Governed?

Like all communes in France, Valvignères has a local government.

Who is the Mayor?

The mayor is the leader of the commune. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Valvignères was Jacques Lebrat. The mayor helps manage the town and its services for the people living there.

What is Intercommunality?

Valvignères is part of a group called "Rhône Helvie." This is an example of intercommunality, where several communes work together on shared projects. They might cooperate on things like waste management, public transport, or economic development.

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