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Flaviac
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 Flaviac
Location in France
Flaviac
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ardèche |
| Arrondissement | Privas |
| Canton | Privas |
| Intercommunality | Privas Rhône et Vallées |
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12.98 km2 (5.01 sq mi) |
| Population
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1,092 |
| • Density | 84.13/km2 (217.89/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07090 /07000
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| Elevation | 125–828 m (410–2,717 ft) (avg. 160 m or 520 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Flaviac is a small town, also known as a commune, located in southern France. It is part of the Ardèche département, which is like a county or administrative area in France. Flaviac is known for its peaceful setting in the French countryside.
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Flaviac: A French Commune
Flaviac is a commune, which is the smallest administrative division in France. Think of it like a local town or village with its own local government. These communes are important for managing local services and daily life for their residents.
Where is Flaviac Located?
Flaviac is found in the Ardèche département, which is in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of southeastern France. It is situated not far from the city of Privas. The area around Flaviac is known for its varied landscape, from lower valleys to higher hills.
Altitude and Area
The land in Flaviac varies quite a bit in height. The lowest point is about 125 meters (around 410 feet) above sea level. The highest point reaches 828 meters (about 2,716 feet). The total area of Flaviac is 12.98 square kilometers, which is about 5 square miles.
People and Population
According to a count in 1999, about 1,092 people lived in Flaviac. The number of people living in a commune can change over time. Small communes like Flaviac often have a close-knit community feel.
How Flaviac is Governed
Like all communes in France, Flaviac has its own local government. This government is responsible for things like local roads, schools, and community events.
The Mayor of Flaviac
The head of the local government in Flaviac is the mayor. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor was Gérard Beal. The mayor is elected by the people of the commune to lead the local council and make decisions for the community. The building where the mayor and local council work is called the Mairie, which is like a town hall.
See also
In Spanish: Flaviac para niños
