Saint-Martin-de-Jussac is a commune in the Corrèze department of the Nouvelle‑Aquitaine region in south‑central France.
Geography
- Located in the arrondissement of Brive-la‑Gaillarde and the canton of Malemort.
- The commune lies on the right bank of the Corrèze River, approximately 8 km north‑east of Brive‑la‑Gaillarde.
- Elevation ranges from 140 m to 335 m above sea level; the total area is 11.90 km².
Administration
- INSEE code: 19220.
- Postal code: 19120.
- Part of the intercommunal structure Communauté d’agglomération du Bassin de Brive.
- The mayor for the 2020–2026 term is Jean‑Jacques Deguilhem (as listed in the official municipal directory).
Demographics
- According to the most recent figures released by the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) for 2019, the commune had a population of 1,043 inhabitants.
- Population trends have shown modest growth since the early 2000s, reflecting its proximity to the urban centre of Brive‑la‑Gaillarde.
History
- The name “Saint‑Martin‑de‑Jussac” combines a dedication to Saint Martin of Tours with the historical reference to the nearby locality of Jussac.
- The settlement developed around a parish church dating from the 12th century, which has been successively modified but retains Romanesque elements.
- Throughout the Middle Ages, the area formed part of the Viscounty of Limoges and later integrated into the province of Limousin before the modern departmental system was established in 1790.
Sites and monuments
- Church of Saint‑Martin: A Romanesque‑style parish church featuring a 15th‑century bell tower and interior furnishings from the 17th century.
- War memorial: Erected after World I, commemorating local soldiers.
- The surrounding countryside offers agricultural landscapes and walking routes along the Corrèze River.
Economy
- The local economy is predominantly agricultural, with emphasis on livestock and cereal production.
- Proximity to Brive‑la‑Gaillarde provides residents with access to broader commercial and service sectors.
Transport
- Departmental road D1089 runs near the commune, linking it to Brive‑la‑Gaillarde and the town of Saint‑Privat.
- Public transport is limited; residents primarily rely on private vehicles.
Education
- Saint‑Martin‑de‑Jussac hosts a primary school serving the local community; secondary education is accessed in nearby Brive‑la‑Gaillarde.
All information presented is drawn from publicly available French administrative and statistical sources.
