= Communes of France
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Communes of France are the smallest administrative divisions in the country. France is divided into several tiers of administrative divisions, with communes being the lowest level. Each commune is essentially a municipality and may consist of a single town, a village, or even a collection of smaller settlements. As of 2021, there are over 35,000 communes in France. They play a key role in local governance and public administration.
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