Biéville-Quétiéville facts for kids
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Biéville-Quétiéville
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Part of Belle Vie en Auge
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 Biéville-Quétiéville
Location in France
Biéville-Quétiéville
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Lisieux |
| Canton | Mézidon Vallée d'Auge |
| Commune | Belle Vie en Auge |
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20.10 km2 (7.76 sq mi) |
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360 |
| • Density | 17.91/km2 (46.4/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
14270
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| Elevation | 4–58 m (13–190 ft) (avg. 11 m or 36 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Biéville-Quétiéville was once a small town, or commune, located in the Calvados area of northwestern France. It was part of the Normandy region. On January 1, 2017, Biéville-Quétiéville joined with other nearby towns to form a new, larger commune called Belle Vie en Auge.
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About Biéville-Quétiéville
Biéville-Quétiéville was a quiet place in the French countryside. It was known for its peaceful setting. The town was located in the Lisieux area. This area is famous for its beautiful landscapes.
Location in France
Biéville-Quétiéville was situated in the Calvados department. This department is in the Normandy region. Normandy is in the northwestern part of France. It is known for its history and green fields.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is like a local government area. It is the smallest division of land. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own local council. Biéville-Quétiéville was one of these small local areas.
Joining Belle Vie en Auge
On January 1, 2017, Biéville-Quétiéville officially became part of a new, bigger commune. This new commune is called Belle Vie en Auge. This happens when smaller towns decide to combine. They do this to share resources and work together.
Why Communes Merge
Towns sometimes merge to become stronger. It can help them manage services better. Things like schools, roads, and public services can be improved. It also helps them save money. This way, they can offer more to their residents.
Population and Size
Before it merged, Biéville-Quétiéville had about 360 people living there in 2019. The area of the commune was about 20 square kilometers. This is roughly 7.7 square miles. The land was mostly flat, with some small hills. The lowest point was 4 meters above sea level. The highest point was 58 meters.
