Lachamp-Raphaël facts for kids
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Lachamp-Raphaël
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 Lachamp-Raphaël
Location in France
Lachamp-Raphaël
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ardèche |
| Arrondissement | Privas |
| Canton | Antraigues-sur-Volane |
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14.09 km2 (5.44 sq mi) |
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117 |
| • Density | 8.30/km2 (21.51/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07120 /07530
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| Elevation | 1,058–1,445 m (3,471–4,741 ft) (avg. 1,329 m or 4,360 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Lachamp-Raphaël is a small and quiet village, known as a commune, located in southern France. It is nestled within the Ardèche département, which is similar to a county or administrative area in France. This charming place is known for its beautiful natural surroundings.
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Where is Lachamp-Raphaël Located?
Lachamp-Raphaël is found in the Ardèche département in the southern part of France. Its exact location can be pinpointed using its coordinates: 44.8113888889 degrees north and 4.29083333333 degrees east. This means it's in a specific spot on the map of France.
Elevation and Area
The village sits at an average height of about 1,329 meters (4,360 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 1,058 meters (3,471 feet), and its highest point reaches 1,445 meters (4,741 feet). This shows that Lachamp-Raphaël is in a hilly or mountainous area. The total area of the commune is 14.09 square kilometers (5.44 square miles). This makes it a relatively small area.
How Many People Live There?
According to a count from 1999, Lachamp-Raphaël had a population of 117 people. This means it is a very small village, with a close-knit community. Small villages like this often have a peaceful way of life.
Who is in Charge?
Like all communes in France, Lachamp-Raphaël has a mayor who helps run the village. The mayor is a very important person in the local government. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Lachamp-Raphaël was Dominique Allix. The mayor's job is to make decisions for the community. They also represent the village to the wider government.
