Cairo, Crockett County, Tennessee facts for kids
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Cairo, Tennessee
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 Cairo, Crockett County, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
Cairo, Crockett County, Tennessee
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Crockett |
| Elevation | 348 ft (106 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 731 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1314783 |
Cairo is a small place in Crockett County, Tennessee, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's governed by the county.
Cairo is located about 3.8 miles (6.1 km) northwest of a town called Alamo. You can find it along Tennessee State Route 188.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Cairo is a place where people live close together, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have a mayor or its own police department. Instead, the county government handles services like roads and law enforcement for these areas.
How Communities Are Governed
- Cities and Towns: These places have their own local governments. They collect taxes and provide services like fire departments and water.
- Unincorporated Communities: These areas rely on the county government for services. They might have a name and a post office, but they don't have their own city hall.
Where is Cairo Located?
Cairo is in Crockett County, which is in the western part of Tennessee. Tennessee is a state in the southeastern United States.
Key Facts About Cairo's Location
- County: Crockett County
- State: Tennessee
- Nearby Town: Alamo
- Elevation: Cairo is about 348 feet (106 meters) above sea level.
- Area Code: The phone area code for Cairo is 731.
