Saint-Germain-d'Ectot facts for kids
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Saint-Germain-d'Ectot
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The church of Saint Germain at Saint-Germain-d'Ectot
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 Saint-Germain-d'Ectot
Location in France
Saint-Germain-d'Ectot
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Bayeux |
| Canton | Caumont-l'Éventé |
| Intercommunality | Villers-Bocage |
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4.97 km2 (1.92 sq mi) |
| Population
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275 |
| • Density | 55.33/km2 (143.3/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14581 /14240
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| Elevation | 101–168 m (331–551 ft) (avg. 141 m or 463 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Germain-d'Ectot was once a small commune (which is like a town or village) located in the northwest of France. It was part of the region called Basse-Normandie and the department known as Calvados.
On January 1, 2017, Saint-Germain-d'Ectot joined with other nearby communes to form a new, larger commune named Aurseulles. This means Saint-Germain-d'Ectot is no longer a separate commune on its own.
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Where Was Saint-Germain-d'Ectot Located?
Saint-Germain-d'Ectot was found in the Basse-Normandie region of France. This area is known for its beautiful countryside and historical sites. The commune was specifically located within the Calvados department.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest area of local government. It's like a town, village, or even a small city. Each commune has its own mayor and local council that manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there.
The Role of a Mayor
The mayor is the head of the local government in a commune. They are elected by the people who live there. The mayor's job is to make decisions that help the community, manage the commune's budget, and represent the people. For example, Jean-Claude Lécluse was the mayor of Saint-Germain-d'Ectot from 2008 to 2014.
Why Did Communes Merge?
Sometimes, smaller communes decide to merge and become one larger commune. This often happens to help them work together more easily and share resources. When Saint-Germain-d'Ectot merged into Aurseulles, it became part of a bigger community. This can help with things like providing better public services or managing local projects more efficiently.
