Saint-Martin-des-Entrées facts for kids
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Saint-Martin-des-Entrées
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 Saint-Martin-des-Entrées
Location in France
Saint-Martin-des-Entrées
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Normandy | |
| Department | Calvados | |
| Arrondissement | Bayeux | |
| Canton | Bayeux | |
| Intercommunality | Bayeux | |
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5.99 km2 (2.31 sq mi) | |
| Population
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475 | |
| • Density | 79.30/km2 (205.4/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14630 /14400
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| Elevation | 46–82 m (151–269 ft) (avg. 62 m or 203 ft) |
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Saint-Martin-des-Entrées is a small town, also called a commune, located in the northwest of France. It is part of the Calvados department, which is like a county. This department is found within the larger region known as Basse-Normandie.
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About Saint-Martin-des-Entrées
Saint-Martin-des-Entrées is a peaceful place with a small population. In 2006, about 475 people lived there. The area of the commune is around 5.99 square kilometers.
Location and Geography
The commune is located near the city of Bayeux. Its elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 46 meters to 82 meters. This means it has some gentle hills.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Saint-Martin-des-Entrées has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. They help manage the town and make decisions for the people living there. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Joël Florin.
History of the Commune
The name "Saint-Martin-des-Entrées" likely comes from Saint Martin, a famous saint. Many towns in France are named after saints. The "des Entrées" part might refer to its location or an old entrance to something important.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It's like a town or a village. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like local roads, schools, and public services.
What is a Department?
A department is a larger area than a commune. It's similar to a county in other countries. France has many departments, and Calvados is one of them. Departments help manage services that are too big for just one commune, like larger roads or hospitals.
What is a Region?
A region is the largest administrative area in France. It includes several departments. Basse-Normandie (Lower Normandy) was a region before France reorganized its regions. Regions help plan for big projects and economic development across a wide area.
Local Life
Life in a small commune like Saint-Martin-des-Entrées is often quiet and community-focused. People might know their neighbors well. The main building in the commune is often the church, like the Saint-Martin church shown in the infobox.
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Martin-des-Entrées para niños
