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Chaillé-sous-les-Ormeaux was once a small town, known in France as a commune. It is located in the western part of France, within a region called Pays de la Loire. More specifically, it was part of the Vendée department.

On January 1, 2016, Chaillé-sous-les-Ormeaux joined with another commune to form a new, larger commune named Rives-de-l'Yon. This means it is no longer a separate commune on its own.

What is a French Commune?

In France, a commune is like a local government area, similar to a town or a small city. It's the smallest way that France divides up its land for local management.

How Communes Work

  • Each commune has its own mayor and a local council.
  • These leaders help manage things like local schools, roads, and services for the people living there.
  • Communes are important for daily life in France.

Why Communes Merge

Sometimes, smaller communes decide to join together to form a new, bigger commune. This happened with Chaillé-sous-les-Ormeaux.

Benefits of Merging

  • Better Services: By combining, they can often offer better public services to their residents.
  • More Resources: A larger commune might have more money or resources to spend on projects.
  • Stronger Voice: They can have a stronger voice when dealing with regional or national governments.

Chaillé-sous-les-Ormeaux's Location

Chaillé-sous-les-Ormeaux was situated in the Vendée department.

The Vendée Department

  • The Vendée is known for its beautiful coastline and historical sites.
  • It's a popular place for tourism, especially during the summer.
  • The department is part of the larger Pays de la Loire region, which is in western France.

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