Saint-Martin-de-Fontenay facts for kids
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Saint-Martin-de-Fontenay
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 Saint-Martin-de-Fontenay
Location in France
Saint-Martin-de-Fontenay
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Caen |
| Canton | Bourguébus |
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10.72 km2 (4.14 sq mi) |
| Population
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1,881 |
| • Density | 175.47/km2 (454.5/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14623 /14320
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| Elevation | 29–87 m (95–285 ft) (avg. 50 m or 160 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Martin-de-Fontenay is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the northwest of France. It is found in the region called Basse-Normandie. This town is part of the Calvados department.
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What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is like a local area or a town. It's the smallest way that France is divided up for local government. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They help manage things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there.
Where is Saint-Martin-de-Fontenay?
Saint-Martin-de-Fontenay is located in the northwestern part of France. It's in the Calvados department, which is famous for its beautiful countryside and historical sites. The region it belongs to is Lower Normandy, known for its rich history, including events from World War II. The town is not far from the city of Caen.
Geography and Size
The town covers an area of about 10.72 square kilometers (which is about 4.14 square miles). This makes it a medium-sized commune. Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 29 meters (about 95 feet) to 87 meters (about 285 feet). The average elevation is around 50 meters (about 164 feet).
Who Leads the Town?
Like all communes in France, Saint-Martin-de-Fontenay has a mayor. The mayor is the main leader of the town's local government. They are elected by the people who live in the commune. The mayor helps make decisions about the town and works with a local council to manage services for the community.
Population of the Commune
According to a count from 1999, Saint-Martin-de-Fontenay had a population of 1,881 people. This number tells us how many people live in the commune. The population can change over time as people move in or out of the area.
