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Surrain is a small town or village, also known as a commune, in France. It is located in the northwest part of the country.

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Surrain
Surrain is located in France
Surrain
Surrain
Location in France
Surrain is located in Normandy
Surrain
Surrain
Location in Normandy
Country France
Region Normandy
Department Calvados
Arrondissement Bayeux
Canton Trévières
Intercommunality Trévières
Area
1
7.08 km2 (2.73 sq mi)
Population
 (1999)
139
 • Density 19.63/km2 (50.85/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
14681 /14710
Elevation 5–79 m (16–259 ft)
(avg. 27 m or 89 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Where is Surrain?

Surrain is found in the region called Basse-Normandie. This region is in the northwest of France. It is also part of the department named Calvados.

What is a Commune?

A commune is the smallest type of administrative area in France. Think of it like a local town or village. Each commune has its own local government. Surrain is one of these communes.

What is a Department?

A department is a larger area than a commune. It's similar to a county in some other countries. The Calvados department, where Surrain is located, is known for its beautiful countryside and historical sites.

What is a Region?

A region is an even larger administrative area in France, made up of several departments. Basse-Normandie is the region that includes Calvados and other departments. Regions help manage bigger services like transportation and economic development.

Facts About Surrain

Surrain is a very small commune. In 1999, it had a population of 139 people. Its total area is about 7.08 square kilometers. The land in Surrain is mostly flat, with its lowest point at 5 meters above sea level and its highest point at 79 meters.


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