Christian, West Virginia facts for kids
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Christian, West Virginia
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 Christian, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Christian, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Logan |
| Elevation | 764 ft (233 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1537327 |
Christian is a small place in Logan County, West Virginia, United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
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Where is Christian, West Virginia?
Christian is located in the beautiful state of West Virginia. This state is known for its mountains and forests. The community is found in Logan County, which is in the southwestern part of West Virginia.
Near the Guyandotte River
Christian is situated along the Guyandotte River. This river flows through parts of West Virginia. Rivers are important for many communities. They provide water and can be used for transportation.
What is a Coal Town?
Christian is known as a coal town. This means that in the past, many people in the community worked in coal mining. Coal mining was a very important industry in West Virginia. It provided jobs and helped power homes and factories across the country.
Life in a Coal Town
Life in a coal town often centered around the mines. Miners would dig for coal deep underground. Their families lived nearby. These towns often had company stores and houses built for the workers.
See also
In Spanish: Christian (Virginia Occidental) para niños
