Bowes, Illinois facts for kids
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Bowes, Illinois
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 Bowes, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Bowes, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Kane |
| Township | Plato |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 847 & 224 |
| GNIS feature ID | 404737 |
Bowes is a small community located in Illinois, a state in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own local government, like a city or a village would. Instead, it is governed by the larger area it is part of.
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About Bowes
Bowes is found in Plato Township, Kane County, Illinois. You can find it right where Bowes Road and Nesler Road meet. It's a quiet spot in the countryside.
Where is Bowes Located?
Bowes is in Kane County, Illinois. Kane County is in the northeastern part of Illinois. The community is part of Plato Township. This township helps manage services for the area.
What Does "Unincorporated Community" Mean?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live together, but it is not officially a city or town. It does not have its own mayor or town council. Instead, the county or township government provides services like roads and police. This is different from a city, which has its own local laws and leaders.
Geography and Location
Bowes is located at specific coordinates: 42 degrees, 0 minutes, 29 seconds North and 88 degrees, 23 minutes, 27 seconds West. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map. The elevation of Bowes is about 853 feet (260 meters) above sea level.
Time Zone and Area Codes
Like much of Illinois, Bowes is in the Central Time Zone (CST). During part of the year, it observes Daylight Saving Time (CDT). The phone area codes for this region are 847 and 224.
