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Circleville
The intersection of NY 302 and Goshen Turnpike at the center of Circleville.
The intersection of NY 302 and Goshen Turnpike at the center of Circleville.
Circleville, New York is located in New York
Circleville, New York
Circleville, New York
Location in New York
Country United States
State New York
County Orange
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP Code
10919

Circleville is a small community called a hamlet in Orange County, New York. It is part of the Town of Wallkill. You can find Circleville along NY 302. It is near the old Goshen Turnpike (Orange County 101). The hamlet is a short distance north of NY 17. It is also about 3 miles (5 km) northeast of Middletown.

What is Circleville?

A hamlet is a small settlement. It is usually smaller than a village or town. Circleville is one of these smaller communities. It is located in the beautiful Hudson Valley region of New York. This area is known for its scenic views.

Location and Travel

Circleville is easy to find. It sits right on NY 302. This road helps people travel through the area. It is also close to NY 17. This larger highway connects many parts of New York. The hamlet is about 2 miles (3 km) south of Bullville. It is also close to the city of Middletown.

Life in Circleville

Even though Circleville is a hamlet, it has important services. It has its own post office. This post office uses the ZIP Code 10919. This means people in Circleville get their mail right there.

Schools and Community

Circleville is home to local schools. These schools are part of the Pine Bush Central School District. There is a middle school and an elementary school. They are named after Circleville. This shows how important the hamlet is to the local area. The community also has its own fire district. This group helps keep everyone safe from fires. There is also a place called Circleville Park. It is a great spot for outdoor activities.

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