Maulichères is a commune in the Gers department of the Occitanie region in southwestern France. It is administratively part of the arrondissement of Mirande and the canton of Adour-Gersoise.
Geography
The commune covers an area of approximately 7.4 km². Its terrain varies in elevation from about 160 m to 280 m above sea level, typical of the rolling countryside of the Gers department.
Demography
According to the most recent census data available from the French National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE), Maulichères had a population of roughly 120 inhabitants in the late 2010s. The population size classifies it as a small rural commune.
Administration
Maulichères is governed by a mayor and municipal council elected for a six‑year term, in accordance with French local‑government law. The commune participates in an intercommunal structure (intercommunalité) that coordinates services and development projects among neighboring municipalities in the area.
Economy and Land Use
The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, with mixed farming and viticulture typical of the Gers department. The landscape includes cultivated fields, pastures, and small woodlands.
Cultural and Historical Features
While no major historical monuments are recorded at a national level, the commune includes a parish church dating from the 19th century, which serves as a focal point for community life and local religious observances.
Transport
Maulichères is accessed via departmental roads that connect it to nearby towns such as Mirande and the departmental capital, Auch. Public transportation options are limited, reflecting its rural character.
References
- Institut National de la Statistique et des Études Économiques (INSEE), demographic and administrative data.
- Prefecture of the Gers department, official listings of communes.
Note: Population figures are subject to periodic revision following national censuses.
