Dauphin, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Dauphin
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A view of the village of Dauphin
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 Dauphin
Location in France
Dauphin
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Alpes-de-Haute-Provence | |
| Arrondissement | Forcalquier | |
| Canton | Reillanne | |
| Intercommunality | Haute-Provence Pays de Banon | |
| Area
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9.71 km2 (3.75 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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836 | |
| • Density | 86.10/km2 (222.99/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
04068 /04300
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| Elevation | 364–656 m (1,194–2,152 ft) (avg. 445 m or 1,460 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Dauphin is a small and charming commune (which is like a town or village) located in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department in southeastern France. It's a place where people live and work together, managed by its own local government.
Discovering Dauphin
Dauphin is a lovely village in the beautiful region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. It's known for its quiet atmosphere and pretty views.
Where is Dauphin?
Dauphin is found in the southeastern part of France. It's nestled in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department, which is known for its mountains and natural beauty. The village sits at an elevation of about 445 meters (around 1,460 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 364 meters, and its highest is 656 meters.
People and Community
As of January 2019, about 836 people call Dauphin home. This makes it a small, close-knit community. The people who live here are part of the larger Communauté de communes Haute-Provence Pays de Banon, which is a group of local communes working together on shared projects.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It's like a city, town, or village. Each commune has a mayor and a local council. They make decisions about things like local services, schools, and public spaces. Dauphin is one of many communes that make up France.
