Cowling, Illinois facts for kids
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Cowling, Illinois
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Cowville
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 Cowling, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Cowling, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Wabash |
| Elevation | 397 ft (121 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 618 |
| GNIS feature ID | 406684 |
Cowling is a small place in Illinois, United States. It's not a city or a town with its own local government. Instead, it's known as an "unincorporated community." Cowling is located in Wabash County. You can find it about 5 miles (8 kilometers) northeast of a town called Grayville, right along Illinois Route 1.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live together. However, it does not have its own local government. This means it's not officially a city or a town.
How are Unincorporated Communities Governed?
Instead, it's usually part of a larger area, like a county. The county government handles things like roads, police, and other services for these communities. This is different from a city, which has its own mayor and city council.
Where is Cowling Located?
Cowling is in the southeastern part of Illinois. It sits in Wabash County. This county is known for its farming and natural areas.
How to Get to Cowling
The community is easy to find because it's right on Illinois Route 1. This is a main road that runs through the state. Being on this route makes it simple to travel to and from Cowling.
