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Le Mesnil-Robert
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 Le Mesnil-Robert
Location in France
Le Mesnil-Robert
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Normandy | |
| Department | Calvados | |
| Arrondissement | Vire | |
| Canton | Vire | |
| Intercommunality | Intercom Séverine | |
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4.08 km2 (1.58 sq mi) | |
| Population
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190 | |
| • Density | 46.6/km2 (121/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14424 /14380
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| Elevation | 80–164 m (262–538 ft) (avg. 123 m or 404 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Le Mesnil-Robert is a small commune located in the northwest of France. A commune is like a local government area or a small town. It is part of the Calvados department in the region called Basse-Normandie.
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Where is Le Mesnil-Robert?
Le Mesnil-Robert is found in the Basse-Normandie region of France. This area is known for its green landscapes and historical sites. The commune is part of the Calvados department.
Geography of the Commune
The commune covers an area of about 4.08 square kilometers. Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 80 meters to 164 meters. The average elevation is around 123 meters.
How Many People Live Here?
As of January 2019, about 190 people live in Le Mesnil-Robert. This makes it a very small and quiet place. The number of people living in a commune is called its population.
Who Runs the Town?
Like all communes in France, Le Mesnil-Robert has a mayor who helps run the town. The mayor is a local politician elected by the people. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Jean-Paul Massus. The commune also works with other nearby towns in a group called Intercom Séverine. This helps them share services and resources.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It is similar to a township or a small municipality in other countries. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage local services like schools, roads, and public spaces.
