Cupio, Kentucky facts for kids
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Cupio
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Location in Kentucky
Cupio
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Bullitt |
| Elevation | 420 ft (130 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EST) |
| GNIS feature ID | 507798 |
Cupio is a small place located in Bullitt County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or town would.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, it's usually governed by the county it's in. For Cupio, that's Bullitt County.
How Are Services Provided?
Services like roads, police, and fire protection for unincorporated communities are often handled by the county government. This is different from a city, which would have its own departments for these things.
Where is Cupio Located?
Cupio is found in the state of Kentucky, which is in the southeastern part of the United States. Specifically, it's in Bullitt County.
Elevation and Coordinates
This community sits at an elevation of about 420 feet (128 meters) above sea level. Its exact location can be pinpointed using geographic coordinates: 38 degrees, 0 minutes, 22 seconds North latitude and 85 degrees, 52 minutes, 42 seconds West longitude. These numbers help mapmakers find its precise spot on Earth.
