Camp-Louise is a district and communal section of Acul-du-Nord, Haiti. Within its boundaries is a village of the same name.
Area map
Camp-Louise, colloquially Champ-Louise, is a coastal district in the L'Acul-du-Nord region of the Nord Department of Haiti. Positioned on the Baie de l'Acul, the communal section of the same name, which extends inland, is 22 km (14 mi) west of Cap-Haïtien.
The district's population was estimated to be 8,866 in 2015, making it the fourth-most populous section in Acul-du-Nord, a city of about 55,000, which is also the hub of the three-commune L'Acul-du-Nord Arrondissement, with a 2015 estimated population of 129,155. Many residents are natives of the dominant city. The region is served by the RN-1.
History[]
The village of Camp Louise was erected as a military post by the decree of the provisional government of October 3rd, 1889, because of its importance and the increase of its population.
The city's name means "Louise Field" in French. The original name was given to the settlement and surrounding section by Spanish explorer Christopher Columbus in 1492, as he discovered the lush semitropical bay on the Catholic feast day of Saint Thomas (December 21). Currently known as the Baie de l'Acul, the name of the surrounding bay was "Port Saint-Thomas" unitl the French called it "Port Camp-Louise". It's land counterpart ended up with the name Champ-Louise.
Camp-Louise
Lafond[]
Within the Lafond habitation, situated in the town of Acul du Nord (specifically in Camp-Louise), one can find the tomb of the former president of Haiti, General Pierrot (Jean Louis), who held the title of Prince of the Empire, served as Grand Marshal of the Empire, and was awarded the Grand Cross of the Imperial and Military Order of Saint Faustin, as well as the Grand Cordon of the Imperial Order of the Legion of Honor. He passed away on February 18, 1857.
Map of Camp Louise seaside
Geography[]
Neighboring sections
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Neighborhoods[]
| CLO | Camp-Louise | 8,866 | Locations | |
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| Barre-de-Henne, Bazin, Bernaud, Bois-Riou, Bord-de-Mer-de-Camp-Louise, Ca Georges, Camp-Louise, Chauvet, Fèvre, Lafond, Lan Raque, Picat, Saint Michel. |
Demographics
According to the ISHI (census bureau), Camp-Louise has a total area of 10 square miles (25 km2), some of which is covered by water, the Bay of L'Acul. Drinking water for the district is nonexistent and residents use any source that is available.
Males represent 49.8% of the population. 51% of the population is female. 55% of the population is under 18.
Economy[]
The majority of the population is employed in agriculture. 65% of the land area is devoted to farmland and the main agricultural products of the section are bitter cassava, corn, assorted peas, beans, rice, and sugar cane. 5% of the section is comprised of abandoned farmland, due to a lack of water access. Camp-Louise is significantly affected by droughts, floods, and water pollution. Soil salinity is frequent and quarrying operations affect the ground.
Farmers are breeding cattle, pigs, and horses in increasing amounts. Goats, sheep, and beehives are bred as well, however they are in decreasing amounts. The section of Camp-Louise has at least three rice mills and a peanut mill.
With rice, livestock, and breeding being the main economic activities of Camp-Louise, this section has an increased demand for irrigation, agricredit, and access to veterinary care to see a boost in activity.
Secondary economic activities
Camp-Louise is also dabbled in bean, corn, and mango production. Aviculture, fisheries, trade, boat production, and transport are also secondary activities within the section which are said to be hampered by several factors such as a lack of irrigation, and a lack of accessibilty to plots. In turn a lack of manpower, further followed by a lack of transport keeps the economy from expanding.
Infrastructure[]
Transportation
Most locals get around using 4x4, trucks, and pickups and destinations within the area are usually accessible in under 30 minutes. The chief place of the municipality, Acul-du-Nord, is 30 minutes away.
Health
The section has a dispensary in the center of town, Dispensaire Camp-Louise.
The section has primary and secondary education.
Security
Camp-Louise also has a civil status office and a peace court.
Utilities
Less than half of the households have access to the drinking water system, a source, and none are on the power grid.
Bord-de-Mer Camp-Louise Seaside
Culture[]
Communication
There is telephone service in Camp-Louise but no cell phone coverage.
Heritage
Bas-du-Four (Bottom of the pot) is celebrated June 21.
Saint-Michel is celebrated September 29.
Social cohesion, integration, and conflict
The three main causes that generate conflicts and significant problems in the section:
1. Policy
2. Invasion of the fields by free cattle
3. Sports activities
Camp-Louise ranks Very High on the solidarity scale provided by the RCA which ranks places based on topics like the social arena.
Development prospects[]
Camp-Louise makes a list of items on its wishlist. These items not only influence the economic future, but the well-being of the inhabitants as well.
Infrastructure to be built or maintained urgently
1. Agricultural infrastructures- the limited storage and processing capacity will ensure a partial lack of food during the rainy season
2. Tanks
3. Buildings for collective use
4. Agricultural roads
5. Drinking water pipes
6. Local market
7. Center of supervision
Actions to be carried out in the agricultural sector within the section
1. Access to agricultural credit
2. Promotion of mechanization
3. Establishment of anti-erosive structures
Map of the the Camp-Louise Road
