Gilmanton (community), Wisconsin facts for kids
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Gilmanton, Wisconsin
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Wis-88 and Wis-121 junction in town
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 Gilmanton (community), Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Gilmanton (community), Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Buffalo |
| Town | Gilmanton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.378 sq mi (8.75 km2) |
| • Land | 3.345 sq mi (8.66 km2) |
| • Water | 0.033 sq mi (0.09 km2) |
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 131 |
| • Density | 38.78/sq mi (14.97/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
54743
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| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1565537 |
Gilmanton (pronounced GHIL-mən-tən) is a small community in Wisconsin, United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's a special area defined for counting people. Gilmanton is located in Buffalo County, within the larger Town of Gilmanton.
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About Gilmanton
Gilmanton is a quiet place with a small population. In 2017, about 131 people lived there. This makes it a very close-knit community where neighbors likely know each other well.
Where is Gilmanton Located?
Gilmanton is found in the western part of Wisconsin. It sits right where two important roads meet: Wisconsin Highway 88 and Wisconsin Highway 121. This makes it easy to get to and from the community.
The community is about 7 miles (11 kilometers) south of a larger town called Mondovi. This means residents can easily travel to Mondovi for more services or shopping.
What is a Census-Designated Place?
A census-designated place (CDP) is a special kind of area that the United States Census Bureau defines. It's like a town or village, but it doesn't have its own separate local government. Instead, it's part of a larger area, like the Town of Gilmanton in this case.
CDPs are created to help collect and share information about where people live. This data is important for understanding population trends and planning for communities.
Post Office and Services
Even though Gilmanton is a small community, it has its own post office. This means residents can send and receive mail right in their own area. The ZIP code for Gilmanton is 54743.
