Breckenridge, Hancock County, Illinois facts for kids
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Breckenridge,
Hancock County, Illinois |
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 Breckenridge, Hancock County, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Breckenridge, Hancock County, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Hancock |
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 217 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422498 |
Breckenridge is a small place located in Hancock County, Illinois, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and perhaps a few buildings that are not officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it is part of a larger area called a township.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own separate government. It's different from a city or town that has a mayor and a city council. These communities are usually smaller.
How are Unincorporated Communities Governed?
Instead of having their own local government, unincorporated communities are governed by the county or township they are in. For Breckenridge, this means Walker Township and Hancock County are responsible for services. These services include things like roads, police, and fire protection.
Where is Breckenridge Located?
Breckenridge is found in the western part of Illinois. It is specifically located within Walker Township.
Breckenridge's Neighbors
This community is about 5.5 miles (which is about 8.8 kilometers) west of a place called West Point. Knowing its distance from West Point helps us understand exactly where Breckenridge is on a map.
