Bane, West Virginia facts for kids
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Location in West Virginia
Bane
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Wetzel |
| Elevation | 830 ft (250 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1553797 |
Bane is a small place in Wetzel County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and people living together, but it doesn't have its own official town government like a city or a village.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live close together, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or town council. Instead, it's usually governed by the county it's in.
How Unincorporated Communities Work
In places like Bane, the county government handles services. This includes things like roads, police, and fire protection. People living there still pay taxes, but those taxes go to the county.
Life in Unincorporated Areas
Life in an unincorporated community can be different from a big city. These places are often smaller and more rural. They might have fewer businesses or public services directly within the community. However, they are usually close to larger towns or cities for shopping and other needs.
Location of Bane
Bane is located in Wetzel County, West Virginia. West Virginia is a state in the eastern part of the United States. Wetzel County is in the northern part of West Virginia. Bane sits at an elevation of about 830 feet (253 meters) above sea level. Its exact location is 39 degrees, 30 minutes, 16 seconds North and 80 degrees, 35 minutes, 15 seconds West.
See also
- In Spanish: Bane (Virginia Occidental) para niños
