Saint-Martin-Don facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Martin-Don
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 Saint-Martin-Don
Location in France
Saint-Martin-Don
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Normandy | |
| Department | Calvados | |
| Arrondissement | Vire | |
| Canton | Le Bény-Bocage | |
| Intercommunality | Bény-Bocage | |
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7.6 km2 (2.9 sq mi) | |
| Population
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260 | |
| • Density | 34.2/km2 (88.6/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14632 /14350
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| Elevation | 64–204 m (210–669 ft) (avg. 99 m or 325 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. | ||
Saint-Martin-Don was a small village, also known as a "commune," located in the northwest of France. It was part of the Calvados department in the region called Basse-Normandie. Think of it as a small town with its own local government.
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What is a French Commune?
In France, a "commune" is like a local government area. It is the smallest division for how the country is organized. Every commune has a mayor and a town council. They manage local services for the people living there. This includes things like local roads, schools, and community events. Saint-Martin-Don was one of these many communes.
Where Was Saint-Martin-Don Located?
Saint-Martin-Don was found in the Basse-Normandie region of France. This region is in the northwest part of the country. It was specifically located in the Calvados department. Departments are larger areas within a region, similar to counties in some other countries. The area is known for its green landscapes and historic towns.
What Happened to Saint-Martin-Don?
On January 1, 2016, Saint-Martin-Don changed. It was merged into a new, larger commune called Souleuvre-en-Bocage. This means that Saint-Martin-Don no longer exists as a separate commune. Instead, it became part of a bigger group of villages. This kind of merger happens when smaller communes decide to join together. They do this to share resources and work more efficiently. It helps them provide better services for their residents.
Images for kids
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The village of Saint-Martin-Don in Normandy, France.
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Martin-Don para niños
