Épagne facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Épagne
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 Épagne
Location in France
Épagne
Location in Grand Est
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| Country | France |
| Region | Grand Est |
| Department | Aube |
| Arrondissement | Bar-sur-Aube |
| Canton | Brienne-le-Château |
| Intercommunality | Briennois |
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3.94 km2 (1.52 sq mi) |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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142 |
| • Density | 36.04/km2 (93.3/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
10138 /10500
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Épagne is a small and charming commune located in the Aube département in the north-central part of France. A commune is like a small town or village with its own local government. Épagne is known for its peaceful countryside and quiet way of life.
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Discover Épagne: A French Village
Épagne is part of the Grand Est region of France. It is situated in the Bar-sur-Aube arrondissement and the Brienne-le-Château canton. These are ways that France divides its land for local administration.
Where is Épagne Located?
The village of Épagne is found in a beautiful area of France. It is about 125 meters (or 410 feet) above sea level. The total area of the commune is 3.94 square kilometers. That's about 1.5 square miles, which is quite small!
How Many People Live in Épagne?
Épagne is a very small community. In January 2019, about 142 people lived there. The number of people living in Épagne has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at its population history:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1962 | 137 | — |
| 1968 | 144 | +5.1% |
| 1975 | 126 | −12.5% |
| 1982 | 105 | −16.7% |
| 1990 | 107 | +1.9% |
| 1999 | 102 | −4.7% |
| 2008 | 109 | +6.9% |
As you can see, the population has stayed quite small, often around 100 to 150 people.
Who is in Charge in Épagne?
Like all communes in France, Épagne has a mayor who leads the local government. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor was Georges Terrasse. The mayor helps manage the daily life of the village. This includes things like local services and community projects.
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See also
In Spanish: Épagne para niños
