Dublanc
| Dublanc | |
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| Village | |
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Dublanc - Dominica | |
  Dublanc | |
| Coordinates: 15°30′52″N 61°28′08″W / 15.51444°N 61.46889°WCoordinates: 15°30′52″N 61°28′08″W / 15.51444°N 61.46889°W | |
| Country | Dominica |
| Parish | Saint Peter |
| Elevation | 27 ft (8 m) |
| Population (2001)[1] | |
| • Total | 423 |
Dublanc is a village in Saint Peter parish on the west coast of Dominica between the town of Portsmouth and the village of Bioche. It sits on a low hillside at an elevation of 27. As of 2001 it had a population of 423.[1]
The Dublanc river, which rises on the flanks of Morne Diablotin (the tallest mountain in Dominica), cuts through the village just before entering the Caribbean Sea.
Industry
Dublanc is a rural village; many residents farm and fish for their livelihood.
Amenities
- Catholic church
- Seventh-Day Adventist Church
- Pre-School
- Primary School
Sports
The village continues to do well in sporting events in Dominica, mainly football and cricket.
Some Past Residents
Irvine Shillingford, a local cricketer, Allison Charles-Read were born here.
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