May-sur-Orne facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
May-sur-Orne
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 May-sur-Orne
Location in France
May-sur-Orne
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Normandy | |
| Department | Calvados | |
| Arrondissement | Caen | |
| Canton | Évrecy | |
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3.49 km2 (1.35 sq mi) | |
| Population
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2,014 | |
| • Density | 577.1/km2 (1,494.6/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14408 /14320
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| Elevation | 5–80 m (16–262 ft) (avg. 78 m or 256 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. | ||
May-sur-Orne is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the northwest of France. It is part of the region called Basse-Normandie and is found in the Calvados department.
This commune is situated near the Orne River, which gives it part of its name. May-sur-Orne is a quiet place with a population of about 2,014 people as of January 2019. It covers an area of about 3.49 square kilometers (1.35 square miles).
Where is May-sur-Orne?
May-sur-Orne is located in the Normandy region of France. This area is known for its beautiful countryside and rich history. The commune is part of the Caen arrondissement, which is a larger administrative area. It is also in the canton of Évrecy.
The coordinates for May-sur-Orne are about 49.1 degrees North and 0.37 degrees West. This means it is in the northern part of France, not far from the coast. The land in May-sur-Orne is mostly flat, with elevations ranging from 5 meters (16 feet) to 80 meters (262 feet) above sea level. The average elevation is around 78 meters (256 feet).
How is May-sur-Orne Governed?
Like all communes in France, May-sur-Orne has its own local government. A Mayor leads the commune. The mayor is in charge of managing the town's daily affairs and representing its people. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of May-sur-Orne was Martial Desflaches.
The commune system in France is a very old way of organizing local areas. It helps make sure that even small towns have a voice and can manage their own services, like schools, roads, and local events.
See also
- In Spanish: May-sur-Orne para niños
