Sainte-Osmane facts for kids
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Sainte-Osmane
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 Sainte-Osmane
Location in France
Sainte-Osmane
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France |
| Region | Pays de la Loire |
| Department | Sarthe |
| Arrondissement | Mamers |
| Canton | Saint-Calais |
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11.88 km2 (4.59 sq mi) |
| Population
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| Demonym(s) | Osmanien, Osmanienne |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
72304 /72120
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| Elevation | 94–165 m (308–541 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Sainte-Osmane was a small village located in the western part of France. It was once known as a "commune," which is a type of local area with its own local government, similar to a town or a small district. Sainte-Osmane was part of the Pays de la Loire region. A region is a large administrative area in France. It was also located within the Sarthe department, which is like a county or a state.
On January 1, 2019, Sainte-Osmane joined with other nearby places. They formed a new, larger commune called Val-d'Étangson. This means Sainte-Osmane is no longer a separate commune on its own.
What is a French Commune?
A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France. It is like a local town or village. Each commune has a mayor and a local council. These leaders help manage the daily life of the people living there. They take care of things like local services and public spaces.
Why Communes Merge
Sometimes, smaller communes like Sainte-Osmane decide to join together. This often happens to create a larger, more efficient area. Merging can help them share resources better. It can also make it easier to provide services to their residents. This is what happened when Sainte-Osmane became part of Val-d'Étangson.
Geography of Sainte-Osmane
Sainte-Osmane was situated in the Sarthe department. This department is known for its green landscapes and rivers. The area around Sainte-Osmane is generally rural. It has a mix of farmland and small forests.
Location in France
Sainte-Osmane was located in the western part of France. It was part of the Pays de la Loire region. This region is famous for its beautiful châteaux (castles) and the Loire River. The area has a mild climate, which is good for farming.
