Saint‑Pierre‑Chérignat is a commune in the Creuse department of the Nouvelle‑Aquitaine region in central France.
Administrative status
- Department: Creuse (23)
- Arrondissement: Guéret
- Canton: Ahun
- INSEE code: 23231
- Postal code: 23600
Geography
- Coordinates: approximately 45.76° N latitude, 2.05° E longitude.
- Elevation: varies from about 411 m to 628 m above sea level.
- Total land area: roughly 12.7 km².
Demographics
The most recent census data published by the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) list the commune’s population at just over 200 residents, reflecting a typical low‑density rural settlement in the Creuse.
Local features
- The commune is named after its parish church dedicated to Saint Peter, a characteristic feature of many French villages.
- The suffix “Chérignat” derives from a historical place‑name associated with the locality; it is commonly interpreted as a reference to an early medieval estate or settlement in the area.
Governance
Saint‑Pierre‑Chérignat is administered by a mayor and municipal council elected for a six‑year term, as stipulated by French local‑government law.
References
- National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) – official commune statistics.
- French governmental directory of communes (Base officielle des collectivités locales).
No speculative or unverified information is presented.
