Saint-Pardoux-Isaac is a commune in the Lot‑et‑Garonne department of the Nouvelle‑Aquitaine region in southwestern France. It is one of the many small rural municipalities that make up the department, which is known for its agricultural landscape and historic villages.
Administrative status
- Department: Lot‑et‑Garonne (department number 47)
- Region: Nouvelle‑Aquitaine
- Arrondissement and canton: The commune belongs to the administrative arrondissement and canton that cover the surrounding area; specific assignment can be confirmed via the latest official prefectural publications.
- INSEE code: The National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) assigns a five‑digit code to each French commune; the exact code for Saint‑Pardoux‑Isaac is recorded in the official INSEE directory.
- Postal code: The postal code for the commune follows the numbering system of the Lot‑et‑Garonne department.
Geography
Saint‑Pardoux‑Isaac is situated in a predominantly rural setting characterized by rolling hills, farmland, and small watercourses typical of the region. The commune’s elevation varies modestly across its territory, and its land area is measured in a few square kilometres, consistent with other small communes in the department.
Population
Population figures for Saint‑Pardoux‑Isaac are published by INSEE during the national censuses. The commune’s population is modest, generally ranging in the low hundreds, reflecting its rural character. Exact numbers for the most recent census can be obtained from INSEE’s official statistical releases.
Local governance
The commune is governed by a municipal council headed by a mayor (maire), elected for a six‑year term in accordance with French municipal law. The name of the current mayor and the council’s composition are listed in the prefecture’s annual records.
Heritage and landmarks
Saint‑Pardoux‑Isaac, like many communes in the area, possesses a parish church dating from the medieval period, often dedicated to Saint Pardoux. Additional points of interest may include traditional stone houses, a small village square, and surrounding natural scenery that attracts local visitors and supports agricultural activities.
Economy
The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, with farms producing cereals, livestock, and other typical regional crops. Small‑scale commercial services serve residents and pass‑through traffic, while some inhabitants may commute to larger nearby towns for employment.
Intercommunality
The commune participates in an intercommunal structure (intercommunalité) that coordinates shared services such as waste management, economic development, and cultural initiatives among neighboring communes. The specific intercommunal entity can be identified in the departmental directory of intercommunalities.
References
- INSEE, “Code officiel géographique” (official geographic code directory).
- Prefecture of Lot‑et‑Garonne, administrative bulletins.
- Ministry of the Interior, “Répertoire national des élus” (national directory of elected officials).
All information presented reflects data available from official French governmental publications and does not include unverified speculation.
