Lavillatte facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lavillatte
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 Lavillatte
Location in France
Lavillatte
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes |
| Department | Ardèche |
| Arrondissement | Largentière |
| Canton | Coucouron |
| Area
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18.6 km2 (7.2 sq mi) |
| Population
(1999)
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87 |
| • Density | 4.68/km2 (12.11/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
07137 /07660
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| Elevation | 1,060–1,405 m (3,478–4,610 ft) (avg. 1,140 m or 3,740 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Lavillatte is a small and charming commune located in the Ardèche département in southern France. A commune is like a local town or village area with its own government. The Ardèche département is one of the many regions that make up France.
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Where is Lavillatte Located?
Lavillatte is nestled in the beautiful landscapes of southern France. It's part of the Largentière arrondissement and the Coucouron canton. These are smaller administrative areas within the Ardèche département.
What is the Elevation and Area of Lavillatte?
The village sits at an average height of 1,140 meters (about 3,740 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is 1,060 meters, and its highest point reaches 1,405 meters. This means it's quite high up, offering great views! The total area of Lavillatte is 18.6 square kilometers, which is about 7.2 square miles.
Who Lives in Lavillatte?
According to the 1999 census, only 87 people lived in Lavillatte. This makes it a very small and quiet community. Small communes like Lavillatte often have a close-knit feel, where everyone knows each other.
Who Leads Lavillatte?
Like all communes in France, Lavillatte has a mayor who leads the local government. The mayor is responsible for managing the town's services and representing its people. From 2001 to 2008, the mayor of Lavillatte was Jérôme Gros. Mayors are elected by the people of the commune to serve a specific term.
