Brookville, Illinois facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Brookville
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Ogle County's location in Illinois
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 Brookville
Location in Ogle County, Illinois
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Illinois |
| County | Ogle County |
| Township | Brookville Township |
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| ZIP code |
61064 (Polo)
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| Area code(s) | 815, 779 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0404924 |
Brookville is a small place in Ogle County, Illinois, USA. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and buildings that are not officially part of a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the larger county or township government.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Brookville is a place where people live, but it does not have its own local government. This means it does not have a mayor or a city council. Services like roads, police, and fire protection are usually provided by the county or a larger local district.
Why are Some Places Unincorporated?
Sometimes, a community might be too small to form its own city government. Other times, the people living there might prefer to be governed by the county. This can sometimes mean lower taxes or fewer local rules.
Where is Brookville Located?
Brookville is found in the western part of Brookville Township. It is also near the western edge of Ogle County.
How to Find Brookville
You can find Brookville just south of where two important roads meet. These roads are U.S. Route 52 and Illinois Route 64. The community sits at an elevation of about 781 feet (or 238 meters) above sea level. This means it is about as high as a 78-story building! The city of Polo is about 7 miles (11 kilometers) to the southeast of Brookville.
