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Chana is located in Ogle County, Illinois
Chana
Chana
Location in Ogle County, Illinois
Chana is located in Illinois
Chana
Chana
Location in Illinois
Country United States
State Illinois
County Ogle
Township Pine Rock
Elevation
781 ft (238 m)
Time zone UTC-6 (CST)
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
61015
Area code(s) 815

Chana is a small place in Ogle County, Illinois, in the United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it is a settlement that does not have its own local government. It is located southeast of a town called Oregon.

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A post office building in Chana.
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The Oregon Fire station located in Chana.

About Chana

Chana is a quiet community in the state of Illinois. It is part of Pine Rock Township. The area is mostly rural, meaning it has lots of open land and farms.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community like Chana is a place where people live. However, it does not have its own city government. Instead, it is usually governed by the county or township. This is different from a city or town, which has its own mayor and city council.

Life in Chana

Life in Chana is often peaceful. Residents rely on nearby towns for many services. These services might include larger stores or schools. The community is known for its small-town feel.

Notable People from Chana

Even small communities can be home to important people. Chana is no exception. One person who was born here became well-known.

Robert R. Canfield

Robert R. Canfield (1909-1994) was born in Chana. He grew up to become a lawyer and a politician. A lawyer helps people with legal problems. A politician is someone who works in government. They help make decisions for the community or state.

Canfield's Career

Robert R. Canfield served in the government of Illinois. He helped make laws and represent the people of his area. His work made a difference for many citizens.

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