Extra, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location in West Virginia
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Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Putnam |
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1554425 |
Extra is a small place located in Putnam County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
About Extra
Extra is a quiet community in West Virginia. It's like many other small places across the United States. People who live here are part of the larger Putnam County.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place that is not officially a city or a town. It does not have its own mayor or town council. Instead, the county government manages the area. This means the county provides services like police, fire protection, and road maintenance.
A Bit of History
Extra once had its own post office. However, this post office closed a long time ago, in 1912. That was over a hundred years ago! Many small communities saw their post offices close as mail services changed over time.
