Çatmay

Çatmay is a small village located in the province of Kastamonu in the Black Sea Region of Turkey. It is part of the administrative district of İnebolu. The village is situated in a rural area, surrounded by hills and forests characteristic of the Black Sea geography. The primary economic activities of the villagers are agriculture and animal husbandry, with staple crops including corn, beans, and various fruits and vegetables. Animal farming, particularly sheep and cattle, also plays a significant role in the local economy.

The village has a moderate climate, with hot and humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Rainfall is abundant throughout the year, contributing to the lush vegetation of the region. Access to Çatmay is typically via local roads connecting it to the larger town of İnebolu, which offers more services and amenities. Like many rural Turkish villages, Çatmay likely has a community structure centered around a mosque, a local market, and possibly a primary school. The population tends to be older, with younger generations often migrating to larger cities in search of work and education opportunities, a common demographic trend in rural Turkey. The natural beauty of the surrounding landscape provides opportunities for local tourism, though it remains largely undeveloped.