Hardman, Gilmer County, West Virginia facts for kids
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Hardman, Gilmer County,
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 Hardman, Gilmer County, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Hardman, Gilmer County, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Gilmer |
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1549727 |
Hardman is a small place in Gilmer County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and people that doesn't have its own official local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of the larger Gilmer County.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Hardman is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own separate government. This means it doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, the county government, in this case, Gilmer County, takes care of services for the area. These services might include roads, police, and fire protection.
Location and Geography
Hardman is located in the central part of West Virginia. It sits at an elevation of about 725 feet (221 meters) above sea level. This community is in the Eastern Time Zone, which is the same time zone as many cities on the East Coast of the United States. While Hardman once had its own post office, it is now closed.
