Overview

Madré is a small rural commune located in the northwest of France, within the departmental boundaries of Mayenne and the administrative region of Pays de la Loire. It had about 356 inhabitants at the time of the 1999 census (1999), reflecting the low population typical of many countryside municipalities in this part of France.

Characteristics

Like many small communes, Madré is characterised by agricultural landscapes, a dispersed settlement pattern of a village core and surrounding hamlets, and local community facilities such as a town hall (mairie) and parish church. Housing is primarily low-rise, and land use around the settlement is largely devoted to crop fields, pastures and hedgerows that define the regional rural character.

History and administration

The origins of settlements in the Mayenne area often reach back to medieval times; administrative communes in their modern form were established during the French Revolution. Madré’s local governance follows the standard French commune model, with an elected municipal council and mayor responsible for local services, planning and civil registration.

Economy and social life

The local economy is usually centred on agriculture, small-scale trades and services that support residents. In many such communes people also commute to larger nearby towns for work, education and specialised services. Community life often revolves around seasonal events, local associations and intercommunal cooperation for schools and infrastructure.

Key facts and notable points

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