Fitch, North Carolina facts for kids
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Fitch, North Carolina
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 Fitch, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
Fitch, North Carolina
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Caswell |
| Elevation | 676 ft (206 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 336 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1020258 |
Fitch is a small place in Caswell County, North Carolina, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a named area that doesn't have its 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 is usually governed by the county it is in. For Fitch, that's Caswell County.
How are Unincorporated Communities Different?
- Local Rules: Cities and towns make their own rules about things like zoning or building. In an unincorporated community, the county makes these rules.
- Services: Services like police, fire, and trash collection are often provided by the county. In a city, these services might be run by the city itself.
- Taxes: People living in unincorporated areas usually pay county taxes, but not city taxes.
Where is Fitch Located?
Fitch is in the northern part of North Carolina. It is found within Caswell County. You can find it north of another small place called Jericho.
Geographic Details of Fitch
Fitch is located at specific coordinates: 36 degrees, 19 minutes, 25 seconds North latitude and 79 degrees, 21 minutes, 42 seconds West longitude. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map. The elevation of Fitch is about 676 feet above sea level. This means it's not very high up, but it's not at sea level either.
Life in Fitch
Since Fitch is an unincorporated community, daily life is closely tied to Caswell County. Residents rely on county services and participate in county-wide activities. The area uses the 336 for phone numbers.
