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Bernières-d'Ailly
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 Bernières-d'Ailly
Location in France
Bernières-d'Ailly
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Caen |
| Canton | Falaise |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Falaise |
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9.39 km2 (3.63 sq mi) |
| Population
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250 |
| • Density | 26.6/km2 (69.0/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14064 /14170
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| Elevation | 34–137 m (112–449 ft) (avg. 44 m or 144 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Bernières-d'Ailly is a small village and a local government area, known as a commune, located in the northwest of France. It is part of the region called Basse-Normandie and belongs to the Calvados department.
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About Bernières-d'Ailly
Bernières-d'Ailly is a quiet place in the French countryside. It's known for its peaceful atmosphere and traditional French charm. The commune is part of the larger Calvados department, which is famous for its beautiful landscapes and historical sites.
Where is Bernières-d'Ailly?
This commune is found in the Basse-Normandie region, which is in the northwestern part of France. It's located in the Calvados department, not too far from the city of Caen. Its exact location can be pinpointed using special geographic coordinates.
How many people live there?
As of 2008, about 250 people lived in Bernières-d'Ailly. This makes it a very small community, where neighbors likely know each other well. The population size can change over time, but it generally remains a quiet, rural area.
Who is in charge?
Like all communes in France, Bernières-d'Ailly has a mayor who helps run the local government. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Marie-Anne Hinard. The mayor is responsible for many things, like local services and representing the community.
Geography and Surroundings
Bernières-d'Ailly covers an area of about 9.39 square kilometers (which is about 3.6 square miles). The land here varies in height, from 34 meters (about 111 feet) above sea level at its lowest point to 137 meters (about 449 feet) at its highest. This means there are some hills and valleys around the commune.
What is a commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It's like a town or a village that has its own local council and mayor. Communes manage local services, like schools, roads, and public spaces, for the people who live there.
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