Saint-Pair facts for kids
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Saint-Pair
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 Saint-Pair
Location in France
Saint-Pair
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France |
| Region | Normandy |
| Department | Calvados |
| Arrondissement | Caen |
| Canton | Troarn |
| Intercommunality | Entre bois et marais |
| Area
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3.28 km2 (1.27 sq mi) |
| Population
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200 |
| • Density | 61/km2 (160/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14640 /14670
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| Elevation | 3–43 m (9.8–141.1 ft) (avg. 22 m or 72 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Pair is a small commune in France. A commune is like a local town or village area with its own local government. Saint-Pair is located in the northwest part of France.
It is found in the region called Basse-Normandie. France is divided into regions, which are large areas. Saint-Pair is also part of the department named Calvados. Departments are smaller areas within regions, similar to counties in some other countries.
About Saint-Pair
Saint-Pair is a very small commune. According to information from 1999, about 200 people live there. It covers an area of 3.28 square kilometers. This means it's a quiet place, likely with lots of nature around.
The land in Saint-Pair is not very high. Its lowest point is 3 meters above sea level, and its highest point is 43 meters. The average height is 22 meters. This suggests it's mostly flat or gently rolling land.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Saint-Pair has a local government. This government helps manage the daily life of the people living there.
The Mayor
The leader of the local government in Saint-Pair is the mayor. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Saint-Pair was Janine Queruel. The mayor is in charge of many things, like keeping the commune safe and making sure local services work well. These services can include things like roads, schools, and local events.
Working Together
Saint-Pair is also part of a group of communes called "Entre bois et marais." This group works together on projects that benefit all the communes involved. It helps them share resources and make bigger plans than they could alone.
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