Baron-sur-Odon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Baron-sur-Odon
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 Baron-sur-Odon
Location in France
Baron-sur-Odon
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Normandy | |
| Department | Calvados | |
| Arrondissement | Caen | |
| Canton | Évrecy | |
| Intercommunality | CU Caen la Mer | |
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6.43 km2 (2.48 sq mi) | |
| Population
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842 | |
| • Density | 130.95/km2 (339.2/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14042 /14210
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| Elevation | 25–112 m (82–367 ft) (avg. 84 m or 276 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Baron-sur-Odon is a small town or village, also called a commune, in France. It is located in the northwest part of the country. This commune is part of the Basse-Normandie region. It is also found within the Calvados department.
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Where is Baron-sur-Odon Located?
Baron-sur-Odon is in the Calvados department. This department is in the Basse-Normandie region of France. The closest big city is Caen.
Understanding Communes and Departments
- A commune is like a local government area in France. It can be a city, town, or village.
- A department is a larger area, similar to a county in some other countries. France has many departments.
- A region is an even larger area, made up of several departments.
Facts About Baron-sur-Odon
- The area of Baron-sur-Odon is about 6.43 square kilometers.
- In 2010, about 842 people lived there.
- The village is located at an elevation of about 84 meters above sea level.
- The lowest point is 25 meters, and the highest is 112 meters.
Local Government and Administration
Baron-sur-Odon is managed by a local government. The mayor helps lead the commune.
Who is the Mayor?
The mayor of Baron-sur-Odon is Georges Laignel. He has been the mayor since 2008. His term was set to end in 2020.
What is an Arrondissement?
Baron-sur-Odon is part of the Caen arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of administrative division in France. It is smaller than a department.
What is a Canton?
The commune also belongs to the Évrecy canton. A canton is another type of administrative area. It is usually smaller than an arrondissement.
Images for kids
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A milestone on Chemin Haussé
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The Church of Notre-Dame of the Nativity
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The Manor and the Tower
See also
In Spanish: Baron-sur-Odon para niños
