Marchais-en-Brie facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Marchais-en-Brie
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Part of Dhuys-et-Morin-en-Brie
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 Marchais-en-Brie
Location in France
Marchais-en-Brie
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Aisne | |
| Arrondissement | Château-Thierry | |
| Canton | Condé-en-Brie | |
| Commune | Dhuys-et-Morin-en-Brie | |
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12.78 km2 (4.93 sq mi) | |
| Population
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330 | |
| • Density | 25.8/km2 (66.9/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
02540
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| Elevation | 112–212 m (367–696 ft) (avg. 210 m or 690 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. | ||
Marchais-en-Brie was a small village in northern France. It was once a special type of local area called a "commune." Think of a commune as a small town or district with its own local government. This village was located in the Aisne department, which is like a county in France.
On January 1, 2016, Marchais-en-Brie joined with other nearby communes. They all became part of a new, larger commune called Dhuys-et-Morin-en-Brie. So, Marchais-en-Brie is no longer a separate commune on its own.
Where is Marchais-en-Brie?
Marchais-en-Brie is located in the northern part of France. It is part of the Aisne department. This area is known for its beautiful countryside and rich history.
The village is situated in a region called Brie. This region is famous for its delicious Brie cheese! The name "Marchais-en-Brie" actually means "Marchais in Brie," which tells you exactly where it is.
How Many People Lived There?
The number of people living in Marchais-en-Brie changed over the years. Here's a quick look at its population:
- In 1962, there were 204 people.
- By 1975, the population went down to 152 people.
- But then, it started to grow again! In 1999, there were 240 people.
- By 2008, the population reached 266 people.
- The most recent count, from 2021, showed about 330 people living in the area that used to be Marchais-en-Brie.
This shows how small villages can change in size over time, sometimes growing and sometimes shrinking.
See also
In Spanish: Marchais-en-Brie para niños
