Centralia, West Virginia facts for kids
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Centralia
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 Centralia
Location in West Virginia
Centralia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Braxton |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
26601
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Centralia is a small place in Braxton County, West Virginia, United States. It is not a city or town with its own government. Instead, it is an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that are not officially part of a larger town.
Where is Centralia Located?
Centralia is found in the state of West Virginia. It is located within Braxton County. You can find it on a map using its ZIP code, which is 26601.
Why is it Called Centralia?
The name "Centralia" is quite fitting for this community. It was named this because it sits in the very center of Braxton County. It also happens to be near the geographic center of the entire state of West Virginia.
See Also
In Spanish: Centralia (Virginia Occidental) para niños
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