Marson-sur-Barboure is a commune in the Meuse department of the Grand Est region in north‑eastern France. The commune’s name indicates its geographical position on the Barboure stream (sur‑Barboure).
Administrative status
- Department: Meuse (55)
- Region: Grand Est
- Arrondissement: Verdun
- Canton: Bouligny
- INSEE code: 55326 (identifying code used by the French National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies)
- Postal code: 55230
Geography
The territory of Marson-sur-Barboure encompasses a rural landscape typical of the Lorraine plateau, with mixed farmland and wooded areas. The Barboure stream flows through or near the settlement, giving the commune its suffix.
Governance
The commune is administered by a mayor elected for a six‑year term, in accordance with French local government law. It is also a member of an intercommunal structure that coordinates services among neighboring communes.
Demographics
Population figures for Marson-sur-Barboure are modest, reflecting its status as a small rural commune. The most recent census data (2020) recorded a population of fewer than one hundred inhabitants. Detailed age‑distribution and socioeconomic statistics are maintained by INSEE.
History
Historical records indicate that the area has been inhabited since at least the medieval period, with the name “Marson” possibly derived from a personal name of Germanic origin or from a Latin root referring to a marshy terrain. The addition of “sur‑Barboure” was later appended to distinguish the settlement from other locales named Marson.
Economy and infrastructure
The local economy is primarily agricultural, focused on cereal cultivation and livestock farming. Basic public services such as a town hall (mairie) are present, while secondary education, health care, and larger commercial activities are accessed in nearby larger towns.
Cultural and natural heritage
Marson-sur-Barboure features a church dating from the 19th century, typical of the region’s religious architecture. The surrounding natural environment offers walking trails and is part of the broader ecological network of the Meuse department.
References
- National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) data tables.
- Official publications of the Meuse department and the Grand Est regional administration.
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