Goshen, West Virginia facts for kids
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Goshen
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 Goshen
Location in West Virginia
Goshen
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Upshur |
| Elevation | 2,421 ft (738 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1539540 |
Goshen is a small place located in Upshur County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community.
What is Goshen?
Goshen is found in the state of West Virginia. This state is in the eastern part of the United States. Goshen is specifically located within Upshur County.
Unincorporated Communities Explained
An unincorporated community is a place that does not have its own local government. This means it is not officially a city or a town. Instead, the area is usually managed by the county government.
For example, Goshen does not have its own mayor or city council. The rules and services for Goshen come from Upshur County. Many small communities in the United States are unincorporated.
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