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Claunch, New Mexico
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 Claunch, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Socorro |
| Elevation | 6,217 ft (1,895 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
87011
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| Area code(s) | 575 |
| GNIS feature ID | 905190 |
Claunch is a small, unincorporated community located in Socorro County, New Mexico. An unincorporated community means it's a settlement that isn't part of an official city or town. Claunch is found on New Mexico State Road 55, in the eastern part of Socorro County. It has its own post office with the ZIP code 87011.
A Look at Claunch's History
Claunch has been a recognized community for many years. Its post office first opened its doors in 1930. A post office is a place where people can send and receive mail.
How Claunch Got Its Name
The community of Claunch was named after a person named L. H. Claunch. He was a cattleman, which means he raised cattle for a living. Naming places after important local figures or families was a common practice in the past.
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