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Magny-la-Campagne
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Magny-la-Campagne is located in France
Magny-la-Campagne
Magny-la-Campagne
Location in France
Magny-la-Campagne is located in Normandy
Magny-la-Campagne
Magny-la-Campagne
Location in Normandy
Country France
Region Normandy
Department Calvados
Arrondissement Caen
Canton Mézidon Vallée d'Auge
Commune Mézidon Vallée d'Auge
Area
1
6.26 km2 (2.42 sq mi)
Population
 (2019)
580
 • Density 92.7/km2 (240.0/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
Postal code
14270
Elevation 23–61 m (75–200 ft)
(avg. 49 m or 161 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Magny-la-Campagne was a small village, also known as a commune, located in northwestern France. It was part of the Calvados area, which is a department (like a county). This department is found within the larger Normandy region of France.

On January 1, 2017, Magny-la-Campagne joined with other nearby villages. It became part of a new, larger commune called Mézidon Vallée d'Auge. This means it is no longer a separate commune on its own.

About Magny-la-Campagne

Magny-la-Campagne was a quiet place in the French countryside. It was known for its peaceful setting and traditional charm. The village played a small but important role in the local area.

Where Was It Located?

Magny-la-Campagne was situated in the Calvados department. This department is in the Normandy region of France. Normandy is famous for its history and beautiful landscapes. The village was not far from the city of Caen.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or a small district. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. These councils help manage things like schools, roads, and local services. Magny-la-Campagne was one of these small administrative areas.

People of Magny-la-Campagne

The number of people living in Magny-la-Campagne changed over the years. Understanding population numbers helps us see how a place grows or shrinks. It also shows how communities change over time.

How Many People Lived There?

Here is a look at how the population of Magny-la-Campagne changed:

Historical population
Year Pop. ±%
1962 461 —    
1968 407 −11.7%
1975 403 −1.0%
1982 451 +11.9%
1990 466 +3.3%
1999 476 +2.1%
2008 552 +16.0%

As you can see, the population stayed around 400 to 500 people for many years. It saw a small increase in the later years before it merged into Mézidon Vallée d'Auge. In 2019, the population was recorded as 580 people.

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