Lartigue is a commune in the Gers department in the Occitanie region of southwestern France. It is part of the administrative arrondissement of Auch and belongs to the canton of Gascogne-Auscitaine.
Geography
The commune covers an area of approximately 10.23 km² (3.95 sq mi). Its elevation ranges from 115 metres (377 ft) to 208 metres (682 ft) above sea level, with an average altitude of about 150 metres. The terrain is characterized by rolling hills and agricultural land typical of the Gers countryside. Lartigue is situated near the Gélise river, which flows through the nearby commune of Saint-Mont.
Administration
- Mayor (2020–2026): Christian Nardell
- Intercommunality: Lomagne Gersoise, a structure that groups several neighboring communes for cooperative planning and service provision.
- INSEE code: 32185
- Postal code: 32120
Demographics
Population data are recorded by the French National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE). As of the most recent census (2020), Lartigue had a population of 302 inhabitants. Historical census figures show a gradual decline typical of many rural communes in the Gers department over the latter half of the 20th century, followed by modest stabilization in the early 21st century.
Economy and Land Use
The local economy is primarily agricultural, with a focus on cereal cultivation, livestock (especially beef cattle and sheep), and viticulture associated with the broader Armagnac region. Small-scale artisanal enterprises and tourism related to rural heritage also contribute to the commune’s activity.
Cultural and Historical Features
- Église Saint-Martin: A Romanesque parish church dating from the 12th century, noted for its modest nave, limestone construction, and a bell tower added in the 17th century.
- War memorial: A monument commemorating the residents of Lartigue who died in the First and Second World Wars.
Transportation
Lartigue is accessed via departmental roads D929 and D103, which connect the commune to larger towns such as Auch (approximately 30 km to the north) and Lectoure (about 25 km to the east). The nearest railway stations are located in Auch and Condom, providing regional rail services.
Education
The commune maintains a primary school that serves local children; secondary education is provided in nearby larger towns, particularly in Lectoure and Auch.
See also
- Communes of the Gers department
References
- INSEE, “Populations légales 2020 – Commune de Lartigue (32185)”.
- Répertoire national des élus, data.gouv.fr (mayoral term 2020‑2026).
- Ministry of Culture, Base Mérimée (record of Église Saint‑Martin).
