Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger facts for kids
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Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger
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 Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger
Location in France
Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Caen |
| Canton | Troarn |
| Intercommunality | Val ès dunes |
| Area
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5.89 km2 (2.27 sq mi) |
| Population
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147 |
| • Density | 24.96/km2 (64.64/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14637 /14670
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| Elevation | 4–35 m (13–115 ft) (avg. 29 m or 95 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger is a small town or village in France. It is located in the Calvados area, which is part of the Basse-Normandie region. This area is in the northwest part of France.
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What is a Commune?
A commune is like a local government area in France. It is the smallest way that France is divided up for local rules and services. Think of it like a small town or a village with its own local leaders.
Where is Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger?
This commune is found in the Calvados department. A department is a bit like a county or a state in other countries. Calvados is known for its beautiful countryside and its history.
Part of Normandy
Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger is in the Basse-Normandie region. Normandy is famous for its green fields, apple orchards, and its coastline. It has a rich history, including events from World War II.
Local Government
Like all communes, Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger has a mayor and a local council. These leaders help manage the town. They make decisions about things like local roads, schools, and community events.
The Mayor
The mayor of Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger is named Claude Foucher. He was elected to lead the commune from 2008 to 2014. The mayor is like the head of the town's government.
Working Together
This commune also works with other nearby towns. This is called "intercommunality." They team up to share services and resources. Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger is part of the "Val ès dunes" group.
Facts and Figures
Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger is a very small commune. In 1999, only 147 people lived there. Its total area is about 5.89 square kilometers.
Elevation and Location
The land in the commune is mostly flat. Its lowest point is 4 meters above sea level. The highest point is 35 meters. The average height is 29 meters. Its exact location is 49°09′25″N 0°07′14″W / 49.1569444444°N 0.120555555556°W.
More Information
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In Other Languages
You can find information about Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger in Spanish too. 
In Spanish: Saint-Ouen-du-Mesnil-Oger para niños
