La Bigne facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Bigne
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Part of Seulline
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Saint-Marcouf church
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 La Bigne
Location in France
La Bigne
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Vire |
| Canton | Les Monts d'Aunay |
| Commune | Seulline |
| Area
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3.85 km2 (1.49 sq mi) |
| Population
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215 |
| • Density | 55.84/km2 (144.6/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
14260
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| Elevation | 152–266 m (499–873 ft) (avg. 240 m or 790 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
La Bigne is a small, charming former village located in northwestern France. It is part of the Calvados area, which is a department (like a county) within the larger Normandy region (like a state).
For many years, La Bigne was its own separate commune. In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or a small district. However, on January 1, 2017, La Bigne joined with another commune called Seulline. This means it is now part of a larger community.
Life in La Bigne
La Bigne is a quiet place known for its peaceful countryside. It is located in an area with rolling hills and green landscapes. The village is home to the historic Saint-Marcouf church, which you can see in the picture. This church is an important part of the village's history and culture.
The area around La Bigne is mostly rural. This means there are many farms and natural spaces. People who live here enjoy the calm environment. They also appreciate being close to nature.
Population Changes
The number of people living in a place can change over time. This is called its population. La Bigne has always been a small community. Its population has seen some changes over the years.
Here is a look at how the population of La Bigne has changed:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1962 | 179 | — |
| 1968 | 154 | −14.0% |
| 1975 | 132 | −14.3% |
| 1982 | 154 | +16.7% |
| 1990 | 162 | +5.2% |
| 1999 | 172 | +6.2% |
| 2008 | 190 | +10.5% |
As you can see, the population was around 179 people in 1962. It went down a bit in the 1970s. Then, it slowly started to grow again. By 2008, there were 190 people living in La Bigne. In 2019, just before it merged, the population was 215.
See also
In Spanish: La Bigne para niños
