Belvoir, Kansas facts for kids
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Belvoir, Kansas
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 Belvoir, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Belvoir, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Douglas |
| Elevation | 876 ft (267 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 0 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code | 785 |
| GNIS ID | 481830 |
Belvoir is a ghost town in Douglas County, Kansas, United States. A ghost town is a place where people used to live, but now almost no one does.
What is Belvoir's History?
Belvoir was first settled in the 1850s. This was a time when many new communities were forming in Kansas.
A post office opened in Belvoir in 1869. This meant people could send and receive mail there. The post office was important for connecting the community to the outside world.
However, the post office closed in 1903. This often happens when a town starts to shrink or people move away.
The community was named after Belvoir, a large plantation home in Virginia. It was the home of William Fairfax.
Where is Belvoir Located?
Belvoir is found in Douglas County, Kansas. It is in the central part of the United States.
The area around Belvoir is mostly flat. It is about 876 feet (267 meters) above sea level.
