Overview

Courbeveille is a small rural municipality in northwestern France. It has the administrative status of a commune, and is located within the Mayenne department of the Pays de la Loire region. At the time of the 1999 census the population was recorded as 488; like many small communes in France it has experienced gradual demographic change and relies on nearby towns for some services.

Geography and environment

The landscape around Courbeveille is typical of Mayenne: agricultural fields, hedgerows and small patches of woodland, with a network of local lanes linking the central village to surrounding hamlets. The commune's land use is predominantly agricultural, and its setting reflects the rural character of this part of the region.

Administration and services

As a commune, Courbeveille is administered by a mayor and municipal council responsible for local planning, basic infrastructure and community services. More specialised services—secondary education, hospitals and larger administrative functions—are provided at departmental or regional level. Residents commonly travel to larger nearby towns for some facilities.

History, economy and community life

The settlement shares the long rural history of Mayenne, with patterns of landholding and parish life that evolved over centuries. The local economy is centred on agriculture and small-scale rural activities, while community life often involves local associations, church or village events and seasonal markets. The built heritage in communes like Courbeveille typically includes a parish church, traditional farm buildings and vernacular houses; specific details may be obtained from municipal records or regional archives.

Practical information

For administrative definitions and general information about the municipal structure see the entry for commune. For regional context consult resources on Pays de la Loire and departmental services in Mayenne. For national context and travel or legal information consult general French national sources (France). For the latest population figures and local services contact the municipal office or departmental authorities, as census data and facilities can change over time.