Saint-Martin-de-Sallen facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Martin-de-Sallen
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 Saint-Martin-de-Sallen
Location in France
Saint-Martin-de-Sallen
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Caen |
| Canton | Évrecy |
| Intercommunality | Suisse Normande |
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18.1 km2 (7.0 sq mi) |
| Population
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456 |
| • Density | 25.19/km2 (65.25/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14628 /14220
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| Elevation | 22–285 m (72–935 ft) (avg. 220 m or 720 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-Sallen was a small French town, known as a commune. It was located in the northwest of France, in a region called Basse-Normandie. This area is part of the Calvados department.
On January 1, 2016, Saint-Martin-de-Sallen joined with other nearby communes to form a new, larger commune named Le Hom. Because of this, Saint-Martin-de-Sallen is no longer a separate commune on its own.
Understanding a French Commune
In France, a commune is the smallest type of local government area. Think of it like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and a local council that manages things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there.
Why Communes Merge
Sometimes, smaller communes decide to join together to form a larger one. This often happens to help them work better. By merging, they can share resources, save money, and provide better services to their residents. This is what happened with Saint-Martin-de-Sallen when it became part of Le Hom.
Where Was Saint-Martin-de-Sallen Located?
Saint-Martin-de-Sallen was found in the Basse-Normandie region of France. This region is known for its green landscapes and historical sites. It was specifically located in the Calvados department, which is famous for its apple orchards and delicious cider. The area is in the northwest part of France, not far from the coast.
