Lasson, Calvados facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lasson
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Part of Rots
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Saint-Pierre
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 Lasson
Location in France
Lasson
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Caen |
| Canton | Thue et Mue |
| Commune | Rots |
| Area
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4.02 km2 (1.55 sq mi) |
| Population
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562 |
| • Density | 139.80/km2 (362.1/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
14740
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| Elevation | 34–59 m (112–194 ft) (avg. 30 m or 98 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Lasson (pronounced "lah-sohn" French pronunciation: [lasɔ̃]) was once a small town, or "commune," located in the beautiful Normandy region of northwestern France. It was part of the Calvados area.
A "commune" is like a local government area in France, similar to a small town or village. On January 1, 2016, Lasson joined with another nearby commune called Rots. This means Lasson is now part of the larger Rots commune.
Where is Lasson Located?
Lasson is found in northwestern France. It is part of the Calvados department. This department is in the Normandy region. Normandy is famous for its history and lovely countryside.
Lasson is also close to the city of Caen. Caen is a larger city in the Calvados department.
How Many People Lived in Lasson?
Over the years, the number of people living in Lasson changed. Here is a quick look at its population:
- In 1962, about 211 people lived there.
- By 1999, the population grew to 494 people.
- In 2008, there were about 585 residents.
- Just before it merged in 2019, about 562 people called Lasson home.
This shows that Lasson was a growing community for many years.
See Also
In Spanish: Lasson (Calvados) para niños
