Mount Ruapehu is a cone volcano, situated at the southern end of the Taupo Volcanic zone[?]. Ruapehu is frequently active, and is one of the largest active volcanoes in New Zealand.
... of the census of 2000, there are 11,767 people, 3,808 households, and 2,974 families residing in the town. The population density is 2,391.2/km² (6,199.1/mi²). ...