Sougé-le-Ganelon facts for kids
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Sougé-le-Ganelon
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 Sougé-le-Ganelon
Location in France
Sougé-le-Ganelon
Location in Pays de la Loire
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| Country | France |
| Region | Pays de la Loire |
| Department | Sarthe |
| Arrondissement | Mamers |
| Canton | Fresnay-sur-Sarthe |
| Intercommunality | Communauté de communes des Alpes Mancelles |
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18.11 km2 (6.99 sq mi) |
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971 |
| • Density | 53.62/km2 (138.87/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
72337 /72130
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| Elevation | 77–198 m (253–650 ft) |
| Website | www.sougeleganelon.fr |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Sougé-le-Ganelon is a small town, also known as a commune, located in western France. It is part of the Pays de la Loire region and can be found in the Sarthe department. This charming commune is known for its quiet countryside and local community life.
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About Sougé-le-Ganelon
Sougé-le-Ganelon is a typical French commune, which is the smallest type of administrative area in France. It is like a local town or village with its own government. The commune is part of the larger Sarthe department. This department is named after the Sarthe River, which flows through it.
Where is Sougé-le-Ganelon?
Sougé-le-Ganelon is located in the western part of France. It is in the Pays de la Loire region, which is known for its beautiful landscapes and historic sites. The commune is situated in the Mamers arrondissement and the Fresnay-sur-Sarthe canton. These are ways that France divides its areas for local government and services.
Size and Population
The area of Sougé-le-Ganelon is about 18.11 square kilometers. This is roughly 7 square miles. In 2006, the commune had a population of 971 people. This makes it a small community where many people might know each other. The land in the commune ranges in height from 77 meters (about 253 feet) to 198 meters (about 650 feet) above sea level.
Local Government
Like all French communes, Sougé-le-Ganelon has a mayor and a local council. The mayor is in charge of running the commune's daily affairs. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Jean-Claude Lebossé. The commune also works with other nearby communes as part of the Communauté de communes des Alpes Mancelles. This group helps them share resources and work together on bigger projects.
Life in the Commune
Life in Sougé-le-Ganelon is often peaceful and connected to nature. Many people in small French communes enjoy a traditional way of life. The local economy might involve farming or small businesses. The commune's official website, www.sougeleganelon.fr, provides more information about local events and services.
See also
In Spanish: Sougé-le-Ganelon para niños
