Athelstan, Arkansas facts for kids
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Athelstan, Arkansas
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 Athelstan, Arkansas
Location in Arkansas
Athelstan, Arkansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Mississippi |
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 870 |
| GNIS feature ID | 57285 |
Athelstan is a small place in Mississippi County, Arkansas, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government. Instead, the larger county government manages things like roads and services.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live. It is not officially a city or a town. It does not have its own mayor or town council. Instead, the county government takes care of it. This is different from a city, which has its own local rules.
How Athelstan is Governed
For Athelstan, the Mississippi County government handles local services. This includes things like maintaining roads. It also covers public safety and other important needs. People living in Athelstan follow county laws. They also pay county taxes.
Where is Athelstan Located?
Athelstan is in the eastern part of Arkansas. It is found within Mississippi County. This county is in the northeast corner of the state. The community sits at an important crossroads. These are where Arkansas Highway 77 and Arkansas Highway 140 meet.
Nearby Places
Athelstan is about 11.5 miles (18.5 km) west of Osceola. Osceola is a larger city in Mississippi County. It serves as one of the county seats. Being near Osceola means residents can easily access more services. These include shops, schools, and medical facilities.
Elevation and Coordinates
Athelstan is located at an elevation of about 230 feet (70 meters) above sea level. Its exact location can be found using coordinates. These are 35°41′53″N latitude and 90°10′42″W longitude. These numbers help pinpoint Athelstan on a map.
See Also
- List of unincorporated communities in Arkansas
