Saint-Hymer facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Hymer
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 Saint-Hymer
Location in France
Saint-Hymer
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Lisieux |
| Canton | Pont-l'Évêque |
| Intercommunality | Blangy Pont-l'Évêque |
| Area
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12.32 km2 (4.76 sq mi) |
| Population
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663 |
| • Density | 53.81/km2 (139.38/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14593 /14130
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| Elevation | 20–144 m (66–472 ft) (avg. 75 m or 246 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Hymer is a small and charming place in France. It is known as a commune, which is like a local area or town. You can find Saint-Hymer in the region called Basse-Normandie. This region is in the northwest part of France.
Saint-Hymer is also part of a larger area called the Calvados department. Departments are like counties in other countries.
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Where is Saint-Hymer Located?
Saint-Hymer is in the beautiful region of Basse-Normandie, which is famous for its green landscapes and history. It is in the Calvados department, which is named after a group of rocks near the coast. The village is situated in the northwest of France, not far from the English Channel.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest administrative area. Think of it as a town, village, or even a small city with its own local government. Saint-Hymer is a commune, meaning it has its own mayor and local council who help run the area.
Life in Saint-Hymer
Saint-Hymer is a quiet place with a population of about 663 people, based on a count from 1999. It covers an area of about 12.32 square kilometers (which is about 4.76 square miles). The land in Saint-Hymer goes from a low point of 20 meters (about 66 feet) to a high point of 144 meters (about 472 feet) above sea level. This means it has some gentle hills and valleys.
Who Leads Saint-Hymer?
The leader of a commune is called the mayor. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Saint-Hymer was Pierre-Albert Cumont. The mayor and the local council work together to make decisions for the people living in Saint-Hymer. They help with things like local services and keeping the community running smoothly.
See also
- In Spanish: Saint-Hymer para niños (Saint-Hymer for kids)
