Gancourt‑Saint‑Étienne is a commune in the Eure department of the Normandy region in northern France. It holds the status of a commune within the French administrative hierarchy.
Geography
The commune covers an area of approximately 6.2 km². Its terrain varies in elevation from about 57 m to 132 m above sea level. Gancourt‑Saint‑Étienne is situated within the arrondissement of Les Andelys and belongs to the canton of Gisors.
Administrative details
- INSEE code: 27273
- Postal code: 27420 (Insufficient Encyclopedic Information regarding the exact postal code)
- Intercommunality: member of the Communauté de communes du Vexin Normand (Insufficient Encyclopedic Information regarding the precise intercommunal structure)
Demographics
According to the most recent census data available (2019), the population of Gancourt‑Saint‑Étienne was around 300 inhabitants. Population figures are subject to periodic updates by the French National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE).
History and etymology
The name of the commune combines “Gancourt,” likely derived from an older local toponym, with “Saint‑Étienne,” referencing Saint Stephen, a common dedication in French place names. Historical records indicate that the area has been settled since at least the medieval period, though detailed historical events specific to the commune are limited in the available literature.
Local features
The commune contains a parish church dedicated to Saint Étienne, which serves as a focal point for community activities. The surrounding landscape is characterized by agricultural fields and modest woodlands typical of the Normandy countryside.
References
Information is drawn from French governmental publications, the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE), and regional geographic data. Further details may be obtained from the official website of the Eure department or local administrative offices.