Moult-Chicheboville facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Moult-Chicheboville
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The church in Moult
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 Moult-Chicheboville
Location in France
Moult-Chicheboville
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Caen |
| Canton | Troarn |
| Intercommunality | Val ès dunes |
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17.80 km2 (6.87 sq mi) |
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3,378 |
| • Density | 189.78/km2 (491.52/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14456 /14370
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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. | |
Moult-Chicheboville is a small town, also called a commune, located in northwestern France. It is part of the department of Calvados.
This commune was created on January 1, 2017. It was formed by joining two older communes: Moult and Chicheboville. Moult is the main town, or "seat," of this new commune.
You can travel to Moult-Chicheboville by train. The Moult-Argences station connects the town to larger cities like Caen and Lisieux.
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Understanding Moult-Chicheboville
Moult-Chicheboville is a place where people live and work together. It's like a small city or a large village. The word "commune" is used in France to describe these local areas.
Where is Moult-Chicheboville?
This commune is found in the region of Normandy, in northwestern France. It's close to the English Channel. The department of Calvados is known for its beautiful countryside and historical sites.
How the Commune was Formed
Before 2017, Moult and Chicheboville were separate communes. They decided to merge to become one larger commune. This can help them share resources and manage their area more efficiently.
Population Growth in Moult-Chicheboville
The number of people living in Moult-Chicheboville has changed over the years. Looking at population numbers helps us understand how a place grows.
Historical Population Figures
Here's how the population has grown over time:
- 1968: 1,047 people
- 1975: 1,160 people
- 1982: 1,280 people
- 1990: 1,382 people
- 1999: 1,589 people
- 2007: 2,203 people
- 2012: 2,625 people
- 2017: 3,095 people
- 2021: 3,378 people
As you can see, the population has steadily increased. This means more people are choosing to live in Moult-Chicheboville.
Local Government and Services
Like all communes in France, Moult-Chicheboville has a local government. This government helps manage the town and provides services for its residents.
The Mayor of Moult-Chicheboville
The mayor is the leader of the commune's government. The current mayor of Moult-Chicheboville is Coralie Arruego. She was elected in 2020 and will serve until 2026. The mayor and the local council make decisions about things like schools, roads, and local events.
Working with Other Communes
Moult-Chicheboville is part of a group called "Val ès dunes." This is an "intercommunality," which means several communes work together on bigger projects. They might share services like waste collection or public transport.
Images for kids
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The church in Moult
See also
In Spanish: Moult-Chicheboville para niños
