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Goshenville, Pennsylvania
Unincorporated community
Goshenville, Pennsylvania is located in Pennsylvania
Goshenville, Pennsylvania
Goshenville, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Country United States
State Pennsylvania
County Chester
Township East Goshen
Elevation
423 ft (129 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
Area code(s) 610 and 484
GNIS feature ID 1203702

Goshenville is a small place located in Chester County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own separate local government, like a city or a town would. Instead, it's part of a larger area called a township.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community like Goshenville is a neighborhood or area that doesn't have its own official city or town government. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, it's governed by a larger local government.

How Goshenville is Governed

Goshenville is part of East Goshen Township. This township is responsible for services like roads, police, and fire protection for Goshenville. It's like a small part of a bigger puzzle.

Where is Goshenville Located?

Goshenville is found in Chester County, which is in the southeastern part of Pennsylvania. It's easy to find because it's right where two important roads meet.

Key Roads in Goshenville

The community is located at the intersection of Pennsylvania Route 352 and Paoli Pike. These roads help people get around the area. If you're driving, these intersections are important landmarks.

Elevation and Coordinates

Goshenville sits at an elevation of about 423 feet (129 meters) above sea level. Its exact location can be pinpointed using geographic coordinates: 39°59′42″N latitude and 75°32′40″W longitude. These numbers are like a unique address on a global map. The local phone numbers in Goshenville use area codes 610 and 484.

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