# Curciat-Dongalon

> commune in Ain, France

**Wikidata**: [Q839765](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q839765)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curciat-Dongalon)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/curciat-dongalon

## Summary
Curciat-Dongalon is a commune in the Ain department of France. It is part of the arrondissement of Bourg-en-Bresse and falls within the communauté d'agglomération du Bassin de Bourg-en-Bresse. The municipality has a small population and is located in the eastern region of France.

## Key Facts
- **Country**: France
- **Region**: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
- **Department**: Ain
- **Arrondissement**: Bourg-en-Bresse
- **Intercommunality**: Communauté d'agglomération du Bassin de Bourg-en-Bresse
- **Population (recent estimates)**: Between 404 and 725 residents, with fluctuations over time
- **Coordinates**: Latitude 46.475, Longitude 5.1575
- **Website**: [http://www.curciat-dongalon.fr](http://www.curciat-dongalon.fr)
- **Aliases**: Curciat
- **Wikipedia Title**: Curciat-Dongalon
- **Wikidata Description**: Commune in Ain, France
- **Sitelink Count**: 50

## FAQs

**Where is Curciat-Dongalon located?**  
Curciat-Dongalon is located in the Ain department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of eastern France. It belongs to the arrondissement of Bourg-en-Bresse and is part of the communauté d'agglomération du Bassin de Bourg-en-Bresse.

**What is the population of Curciat-Dongalon?**  
The population of Curciat-Dongalon has varied in recent years, ranging from approximately 404 to 725 inhabitants, with historical data showing fluctuations across different census years.

**What administrative structures does Curciat-Dongalon belong to?**  
Curciat-Dongalon is a commune within the French administrative system. It is part of the arrondissement of Bourg-en-Bresse and is included in the communauté d'agglomération du Bassin de Bourg-en-Bresse, which was established on January 1, 2017.

**What is the official name and alternate name for Curciat-Dongalon?**  
The official name is Curciat-Dongalon, and it is also known by the alias "Curciat."

**How can I find more information about Curciat-Dongalon online?**  
More information can be found on the official website: [http://www.curciat-dongalon.fr](http://www.curciat-dongalon.fr).

## Why It Matters
Curciat-Dongalon represents a typical small French commune, contributing to the decentralized administrative structure of France. While not prominent on a national scale, it plays a role in regional governance and local identity within the Ain department. Its integration into the communauté d'agglomération du Bassin de Bourg-en-Bresse highlights the modern trend of intercommunal cooperation in France, aimed at improving public services and economic development at the local level.

## Notable For
- Being part of a small but historically documented group of communes in the Ain department
- Integration into a modern agglomeration community (established in 2017)
- Reflecting demographic trends of rural and semi-rural French communes
- Maintaining a local government website, indicating active civic digital presence
- Geographic positioning within the broader regional structure of Bourg-en-Bresse

## Body

### Geography and Location
Curciat-Dongalon is situated in the Ain department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. Its geographic coordinates are 46.475° N and 5.1575° E. The commune is part of the broader administrative and geographic landscape of eastern France, near the city of Bourg-en-Bresse.

### Administrative Structure
Curciat-Dongalon is classified as a commune of France, a territorial subdivision for municipalities. It is part of:
- **Department**: Ain, established on March 4, 1790
- **Arrondissement**: Bourg-en-Bresse
- **Intercommunality**: Communauté d'agglomération du Bassin de Bourg-en-Bresse, created on January 1, 2017

This structure places it within the broader framework of French local governance, where intercommunal cooperation supports shared services and regional development.

### Demographics
Population data for Curciat-Dongalon shows variability over time:
- 404
- 421
- 440
- 442
- 443
- 444 (×2)
- 446
- 448
- 449
- 451
- 454 (×2)
- 462
- 472
- 512
- 575
- 725

These figures indicate a small, possibly fluctuating population typical of rural French communes.

### Governance and Online Presence
Curciat-Dongalon maintains an official website: [http://www.curciat-dongalon.fr](http://www.curciat-dongalon.fr). This digital presence supports local governance and civic engagement, allowing residents and visitors to access information and services online.

### Related Entities and Context
- **France**: The overarching nation-state, with a semi-presidential system and significant global influence.
- **Ain Department**: Established in 1790, part of the regional framework of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
- **Communauté d'agglomération du Bassin de Bourg-en-Bresse**: A modern intercommunal structure focused on regional cooperation and development.
- **Arrondissement of Bourg-en-Bresse**: The administrative district to which Curciat-Dongalon belongs.

These connections situate Curciat-Dongalon within the broader context of French administrative evolution and regional planning.

## References

1. dataset of postal codes in France. 2018
2. INSEE code
3. [Source](https://lingualibre.fr/wiki/Q62054)
4. répertoire géographique des communes
5. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
6. Annuaire de service-public.fr
7. Recensement de la population 2015. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies. 2017
8. Populations légales 2016
9. Populations légales 2017
10. Populations légales 2018
11. [Populations légales communales depuis 1968. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies](https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2522602)
12. Populations légales 2019
13. Populations légales 2020
14. Populations légales 2021
15. Populations de référence 2022
16. Populations de référence 2023
17. [Code officiel géographique](https://www.insee.fr/fr/information/3363419)
18. National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies
19. GeoNames
20. [répertoire géographique des communes. 2015](https://wxs-telechargement.ign.fr/83edtfdyqte031y0ra49d2e3/telechargement/inspire/RGC-2015-01$RGC2015/file/RGC2015.7z)
21. [2016](https://data.geopf.fr/telechargement/download/GEOFLA/GEOFLA_2-2_COMMUNE_SHP_LAMB93_FXX_2016-06-28/GEOFLA_2-2_COMMUNE_SHP_LAMB93_FXX_2016-06-28.7z)
22. [Code officiel géographique. 2020](https://www.data.gouv.fr/fr/datasets/r/8442dfae-a878-49c6-be4c-20689b1c337c)
23. [Code officiel géographique. 2017](https://www.insee.fr/fr/information/2560698)