Cleaton, Kentucky facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cleaton, Kentucky
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 Cleaton, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Cleaton, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Muhlenberg |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.62 sq mi (1.61 km2) |
| • Land | 0.62 sq mi (1.61 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 440 ft (130 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 168 |
| • Density | 270.97/sq mi (104.67/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CST) |
| ZIP code |
42332
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| FIPS code | 21-15490 |
| GNIS feature ID | 489650 |
Cleaton is a small community in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community and a census-designated place. This means it's a recognized area, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city does. In 2020, about 168 people lived there.
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What is the History of Cleaton?
Cleaton has been around for a while! Its post office first opened in 1901. The community got its name from the middle name of the postmaster's wife. How cool is that?
Where is Cleaton Located?
Cleaton is found in the eastern part of Muhlenberg County. It's just northeast of U.S. Route 431, which runs along its western side.
Nearby Communities
You'll find other small places close to Cleaton. The neighborhood of Holt is to the north. Bevier is located to the south.
How Big is Cleaton?
Cleaton covers an area of about 0.62 square miles (1.61 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a tiny part, about 0.003 square miles, is water. The community's water flows into Pond Creek, which then goes north to the Green River.
How Many People Live in Cleaton?
According to the 2020 census, the population of Cleaton was 168 people.
