Overview
Louvigné is a small French commune in the northwest of the country, administratively located in the Mayenne department of the Pays de la Loire region. It is a rural municipality with a modest population (774 inhabitants in 2007) and the local council handles municipal services typical of French communes. More information is available on the commune page: Louvigné commune.
Geography and administration
The settlement lies within the rolling agricultural landscape of Mayenne and is part of regional structures for planning and services. As a territorial collectivity it participates in intercommunal cooperation and relies on departmental and regional authorities for larger infrastructure and social programs. Official population counts and statistics are recorded by national and local sources: population data.
History and name
The village has historical roots typical of northwestern France. Place-names in this zone often reflect Gallo-Roman, medieval or natural features; the origin of the name Louvigné is regional and appears in older records. The commune grew around agricultural estates and a parish church that served surrounding hamlets over centuries. For the wider regional context, see Pays de la Loire.
Economy and community life
Local life in Louvigné centers on agriculture, small local services and residential life for people working in nearby towns. Rural communes like Louvigné typically host municipal events, maintain a town hall and parish facilities, and preserve local traditions. The Mayenne department supports small-scale economic development and infrastructure: Mayenne department.
Notable facts and distinctions
Louvigné should not be confused with other French communes that have similar names in neighbouring regions. Its scale and character are representative of many small communes in northwestern France: low population density, local governance, and an economy linked to agriculture and local services. For general national context, consult resources about France: France overview.
- Type: Commune (municipality)
- Region: Pays de la Loire
- Department: Mayenne
- Population reference: 774 (2007)