Condé-sur-Seulles facts for kids
Condé-sur-Seulles is a small village, also known as a commune, located in the northwest of France. It is part of the Calvados area, which is a department within the region of Basse-Normandie.
Quick facts for kids
Condé-sur-Seulles
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 Condé-sur-Seulles
Location in France
Condé-sur-Seulles
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Bayeux |
| Canton | Bayeux |
| Intercommunality | Bayeux |
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2.44 km2 (0.94 sq mi) |
| Population
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234 |
| • Density | 95.9/km2 (248.4/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14175 /14400
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| Elevation | 35–90 m (115–295 ft) (avg. 79 m or 259 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
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What is a French Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own local government. This government helps manage things like local services and public spaces.
Location in France
Condé-sur-Seulles is situated in the Basse-Normandie region. This region is known for its beautiful countryside and historical sites. The village is also part of the Calvados department. Departments are like counties in other countries.
Geography of Condé-sur-Seulles
The village is located near the Seulles River, which gives it part of its name. It is a quiet rural area. The land around Condé-sur-Seulles is mostly used for farming. The village is not far from the historic city of Bayeux.
Local Government and Population
Like all communes, Condé-sur-Seulles has a mayor and a local council. They are elected by the people who live there. The mayor helps run the village and makes decisions for the community. In 2008, about 234 people lived in Condé-sur-Seulles. This makes it a very small and peaceful place to live.
