Mons-en-Montois is a commune in the Seine-et-Marne department of the Île‑de‑France region in north‑central France. It is classified as a rural municipality and forms part of the administrative arrondissement of Provins.
Geography
Mons-en-Montois is situated in the historical area of Montois, a landscape characterized by gently rolling farmland and small woodlands. The commune's territory covers an area of approximately 8.5 km² (3.3 sq mi). The elevation ranges from about 100 m to 150 m above sea level. The surrounding region is largely agricultural, with cereal crops and pastureland dominating the land use.
Administration
- Department: Seine-et-Marne (78)
- Region: Île‑de‑France
- Arrondissement: Provins
- Canton: (Insufficient Encyclopedic Information)
- Intercommunality: (Insufficient Encyclopedic Information)
- Mayor (2020–2026 term): (Insufficient Encyclopedic Information)
The commune is governed by a municipal council in accordance with French local‑government law.
Demographics
Population figures for Mons-en-Montois are not available in the consulted sources. The most recent census data have not been identified, and therefore a reliable current population count cannot be provided.
History
The name Mons-en-Montois reflects its location within the historic Montois area; “Mons” is derived from the Latin mons meaning “hill,” indicating a settlement situated on or near a hill. Detailed historical records concerning the foundation, medieval development, or notable events specific to the commune are not documented in the available encyclopedic references.
Sites and Landmarks
Mons-en-Montois, like many small French communes, contains a parish church that serves as a focal point for local heritage. Specific information about the architectural style, dedication, or period of construction of the church is not recorded in the consulted sources. No other monuments or culturally protected sites have been identified in the existing references.
Economy
The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, reflecting the broader economic profile of the Montois countryside. No specific industrial or commercial enterprises have been documented.
See also
- Communes of the Seine-et-Marne department
- Montois (historical region)
References
- French National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) – general data on French communes (accessed 2026).
- Administrative territorial organization of France – official publications.
Note: Where specific data are marked as “Insufficient Encyclopedic Information,” reliable published sources have not provided verifiable details.