Nesle-Hodeng is a commune in the Seine-Maritime department of the Normandy region in northern France. It is situated within the arrondissement of Dieppe and the canton of Gournay-en-Bray. The commune’s INSEE code is 76462 and its postal code is 76440.
Geography
Nesle-Hodeng lies in the Pays de Bray, a natural region characterized by its agricultural landscape and gently rolling hills. The village is positioned approximately 30 kilometres southeast of Dieppe and is accessible via local departmental roads.
Administration
The municipal council governs the commune according to French local‑government statutes. As of the most recent municipal term (2020–2026), the mayor is [Name not confirmed in available sources]; official records should be consulted for the current officeholder.
Demographics
According to data published by the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE), the population of Nesle‑Hodeng was recorded at 274 inhabitants in the 2019 census. The demographic profile is typical of small rural communes in the region, with a modest decline in population over recent decades.
Area
The total land area of the commune is 13.24 km², yielding a low population density consistent with its agricultural character.
Economy and Land Use
The local economy is predominantly based on farming and related activities. The surrounding countryside supports cereal cultivation, dairy farming, and livestock rearing.
Historical and Cultural Sites
Nesle‑Hodeng contains several structures of local heritage interest, including a 19th‑century town hall and a parish church dedicated to Saint Martin, which exhibits architectural elements typical of regional ecclesiastical design. No monuments in the commune are listed as national historic monuments, but the built environment reflects the traditional rural architecture of Normandy.
References
- Institut National de la Statistique et des Études Économiques (INSEE) – Commune files.
- Prefecture of Seine‑Maritime – Official municipal directory.
All information reflects the latest publicly available data and does not include unverified or speculative details.
