Brucourt facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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A general view of Brucourt
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 Brucourt
Location in France
Brucourt
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Normandy | |
| Department | Calvados | |
| Arrondissement | Lisieux | |
| Canton | Dozulé | |
| Intercommunality | Pays d'Auge dozuléen | |
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6.6 km2 (2.5 sq mi) | |
| Population
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120 | |
| • Density | 18.2/km2 (47.1/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14110 /14160
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| Elevation | 2–105 m (6.6–344.5 ft) (avg. 4 m or 13 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. | ||
Brucourt is a small commune in France. It is located in the Calvados department, which is part of the region called Basse-Normandie. This area is in the northwest part of France. A commune is like a small town or village with its own local government.
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What is Brucourt?
Brucourt is a quiet place with a small population. In 1999, only about 120 people lived there. It covers an area of about 6.6 square kilometers. The land in Brucourt is mostly flat, with its lowest point being 2 meters above sea level and its highest point reaching 105 meters.
Where is Brucourt Located?
Brucourt is found in the Lisieux arrondissement. An arrondissement is a type of administrative area in France, similar to a district. It is also part of the Dozulé canton. A canton is another administrative division, often grouping several communes together.
Local Government in Brucourt
Like all communes in France, Brucourt has a mayor and a local council. The mayor helps manage the daily life of the commune. For example, the mayor helps with local services and represents the people of Brucourt.
Life in Brucourt
Brucourt is part of a group of communes called "Pays d'Auge dozuléen." This group works together on different projects. They might share services or plan for the future of their area. This helps small communes like Brucourt get more done.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest administrative division. It can be a big city like Paris or a tiny village like Brucourt. Each commune has a mayor and a municipal council. They are responsible for things like local roads, schools, and public services.
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A general view of Brucourt
