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Farler
Farler is located in Kentucky
Farler
Farler
Location in Kentucky
Farler is located in the United States
Farler
Farler
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Kentucky
County Perry
Elevation
1,106 ft (337 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP codes
41742
GNIS feature ID 512133

Farler is a small, quiet place in Perry County, Kentucky, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.

Farler: A Small Community in Kentucky

Farler is a community located in the eastern part of Kentucky. It sits within Perry County. The area is known for its beautiful natural surroundings.

Where is Farler?

Farler is found in the state of Kentucky, which is in the southeastern United States. It's specifically located in Perry County. The community is situated at an elevation of about 1,106 feet (337 meters) above sea level.

How Farler Got Its Name

The community of Farler was named after a local person. His name was William Farler. He was a storekeeper in the area. He also served as the postmaster. This means he was in charge of the local post office. The post office in Farler first opened in 1905. However, it is no longer in operation today.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community like Farler is a group of homes and businesses. It does not have its own separate local government. This means it doesn't have a mayor or city council. Instead, it is usually governed by the county it is located in. For Farler, this means Perry County handles its public services. These services can include things like roads and law enforcement.

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