Garcelles-Secqueville facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Garcelles-Secqueville
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Part of Le Castelet
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The church in Garcelles-Secqueville
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 Garcelles-Secqueville
Location in France
Garcelles-Secqueville
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Caen |
| Canton | Évrecy |
| Commune | Le Castelet |
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5.64 km2 (2.18 sq mi) |
| Population
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997 |
| • Density | 176.77/km2 (457.8/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
14540
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| Elevation | 57–105 m (187–344 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. | |
Garcelles-Secqueville was a small village in northwestern France. It was located in the Calvados area, which is part of the Normandy region. Think of it like a small town in a county within a state.
On January 1, 2019, Garcelles-Secqueville joined with another village to form a new, larger community called Le Castelet. This means Garcelles-Secqueville is no longer a separate "commune" (which is like a local administrative area in France).
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Where is Garcelles-Secqueville?
Garcelles-Secqueville is found in the northwestern part of France. It is close to the city of Caen. This area is known for its beautiful countryside and rich history.
What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is the smallest unit of local government. It is like a town or a village that has its own local council. These councils manage things like local services and public spaces. When Garcelles-Secqueville merged, it became part of a bigger commune.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Garcelles-Secqueville has changed a lot over the years. Looking at population numbers helps us understand how a place grows or shrinks.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1962 | 297 | — |
| 1968 | 318 | +7.1% |
| 1975 | 296 | −6.9% |
| 1982 | 301 | +1.7% |
| 1990 | 408 | +35.5% |
| 1999 | 505 | +23.8% |
| 2008 | 761 | +50.7% |
- In 1962, about 297 people lived there.
- By 1999, the population had grown to 505 people.
- In 2008, it reached 761 residents.
- The last count in 2019 showed 997 people before it merged.
This shows that more people were choosing to live in Garcelles-Secqueville over time.
Images for kids
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The church in Garcelles-Secqueville is an important local landmark.
See also
- In Spanish: Garcelles-Secqueville para niños
