Chesterville, West Virginia facts for kids
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Chesterville
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 Chesterville
Location in West Virginia
Chesterville
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Wood |
| Elevation | 643 ft (196 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1537261 |
Chesterville is a small place located in Wood County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's managed by the larger county government.
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Where is Chesterville?
Chesterville is found in the western part of West Virginia. It's in Wood County. This county is in the Appalachian Mountains region.
Location Details
The community sits at an elevation of about 643 feet (196 meters) above sea level. You can find it using its geographic coordinates: 39 degrees, 9 minutes, 20 seconds North, and 81 degrees, 29 minutes, 53 seconds West. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live together. However, it doesn't have its own official city or town government. Instead, the services like roads and police are handled by the county. This is different from a city, which has its own mayor and city council.
How it Works
People in unincorporated communities still pay taxes. These taxes go to the county. The county then uses the money to provide services for everyone. This can include things like schools, libraries, and emergency services.
See also
In Spanish: Chesterville (Virginia Occidental) para niños
