Alata is a rural commune in the cercle of Tidermène in Ménaka Region of southeastern Mali. The administrative centre (chef-lieu) is at Tedjerit.[2] The commune was created in 2001 by dividing the large rural commune of Tidermène.[3] The implementation of Ménaka Region in 2016 led to the promotion of Tidermène to a cercle, and Alata was reincorporated into it. As of 2017[update] the mayor is Frataye Ag Etaw.[4]
Alata | |
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Commune | |
![]() ![]() Alata Location in Mali | |
Coordinates: 16°56′58″N 2°39′36″E | |
Country | ![]() |
Region | Ménaka |
Cercle | Tidermène |
Created | 2001 |
Population (2009 census)[1] | |
• Total | 2,184 |
Time zone | UTC+0 (GMT) |
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