Moulins en Bessin facts for kids
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Moulins en Bessin
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The chateau in Martragny
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 Moulins en Bessin
Location in France
Moulins en Bessin
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Bayeux |
| Canton | Thue et Mue |
| Intercommunality | Seulles Terre et Mer |
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17.30 km2 (6.68 sq mi) |
| Population
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1,088 |
| • Density | 62.89/km2 (162.88/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14406 /14740
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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. | |
Moulins en Bessin is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the department of Calvados. This area is in northwestern France. The town was officially created on January 1, 2017. It was formed by combining four smaller towns: Martragny (which is now the main administrative center), Coulombs, Cully, and Rucqueville.
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What is Moulins en Bessin?
Moulins en Bessin is a new commune in France. It was formed by joining several older villages together. This helps these smaller places work together more efficiently.
Where is Moulins en Bessin Located?
This commune is found in the Calvados department. This department is part of the Normandy region of France. It's known for its beautiful countryside and historical sites.
How Many People Live Here?
As of 2021, about 1,088 people call Moulins en Bessin home. This makes it a small but active community.
How Moulins en Bessin Was Formed
Moulins en Bessin was created through a process called a "merger." This means several smaller communes decided to join together.
Why Did Communes Merge?
Communes in France sometimes merge to share resources better. This can include things like public services, schools, and local government. It helps them become stronger together.
The Original Villages
- Martragny: This village became the main center of Moulins en Bessin. It likely has the main town hall.
- Coulombs: Another village that joined the new commune.
- Cully: This village also became part of Moulins en Bessin.
- Rucqueville: The fourth village to merge into the new commune.
Local Government and Administration
Like all communes in France, Moulins en Bessin has its own local government. This government helps manage the town's daily life.
What is a Commune?
A commune is the smallest administrative division in France. It's like a local town or city council. It handles things like local roads, schools, and public services.
Who Manages the Commune?
The commune is managed by a mayor and a municipal council. These people are elected by the residents. They work to improve the lives of everyone in Moulins en Bessin.
Images for kids
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The chateau in Martragny
See also
In Spanish: Moulins-en-Bessin para niños
