Cagny, Calvados facts for kids
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Cagny
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 Cagny
Location in France
Cagny
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Normandy | |
| Department | Calvados | |
| Arrondissement | Caen | |
| Canton | Troarn | |
| Intercommunality | Val ès dunes | |
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8.46 km2 (3.27 sq mi) | |
| Population
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1,475 | |
| • Density | 174.35/km2 (451.6/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14119 /14630
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| Elevation | 13–32 m (43–105 ft) (avg. 22 m or 72 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. | ||
Cagny is a small town or village in France. It is officially called a "commune." You can find Cagny in the region called Basse-Normandie.
This area is in the Calvados department. Calvados is located in the northwest part of France.
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What is Cagny?
Cagny is a commune, which is like a local government area in France. It is a place where people live and work. The commune of Cagny is part of a larger area called the Calvados department.
Where is Cagny Located?
Cagny is situated in the Basse-Normandie region of France. This region is known for its beautiful countryside. The town is located in the northwest part of the country.
It is close to the city of Caen. Cagny is part of the Caen area, which is a larger administrative division.
How Many People Live There?
In 2008, about 1,475 people lived in Cagny. This makes it a smaller community. The town covers an area of about 8.46 square kilometers.
Who is in Charge?
The mayor of Cagny is Brigitte Baudet. A mayor is the leader of a town or city. They help manage local services and represent the people who live there. Brigitte Baudet served as mayor from 2008 to 2014.
Cagny is also part of a group of communes called Val ès dunes. This group works together on certain projects.
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