Cézac is a commune in the Lot department of the Occitanie region in southwestern France. It is situated within the historical province of Quercy and forms part of the arrondissement of Cahors.
Geography
Cézac lies in a predominantly rural area characterized by rolling hills and agricultural land. The commune’s terrain varies in elevation, and it is traversed by several small watercourses typical of the Lot countryside. The geographic coordinates place the commune near 44°30′ north latitude and 1°38′ east longitude.
Administration
- Department: Lot (department number 46)
- Region: Occitanie
- Arrondissement: Cahors
- Canton: Marches du Sud-Quercy (as of the most recent canton reorganisation)
- INSEE code: 46070
- Postal code: 46150
- Intercommunality: Member of an intercommunal structure that coordinates local services among neighboring communes (specific intercommunal entity may vary with administrative reforms).
Demographics
The population of Cézac is recorded by the French National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE). The most recent census data provide a figure of approximately a few hundred inhabitants, reflecting the small‑scale, sparsely populated nature of many rural communes in the Lot department. Precise current numbers should be consulted directly from INSEE publications.
History and Culture
Cézac, like many communes in the Quercy area, has origins that trace back to medieval settlement patterns. Architectural and cultural heritage in the commune typically includes a parish church and traditional stone houses, though specific historic monuments are not enumerated here.
Economy
The local economy is largely based on agriculture, livestock farming, and small‑scale artisanal activities. Proximity to larger towns in the arrondissement provides additional employment and commercial links for residents.
References
- National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) – official demographic and administrative data.
- Official publications of the Lot department and the Occitanie regional council.
Note: Detailed information such as exact population figures, mayoral incumbents, and specific intercommunal affiliations should be verified through the latest official sources, as these data can change with electoral cycles and administrative reforms.