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Hegeler, Illinois
Hegeler, Bureau County, Illinois is located in Illinois
Hegeler, Bureau County, Illinois
Hegeler, Bureau County, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Hegeler, Bureau County, Illinois is located in the United States
Hegeler, Bureau County, Illinois
Hegeler, Bureau County, Illinois
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Illinois
County Bureau
Elevation
633 ft (193 m)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s) 815 & 779
GNIS feature ID 422794

Hegeler is a small place in Bureau County, Illinois, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the county. Hegeler is located to the east of a town called Ladd.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a group of homes or businesses. These places are not part of an official city or town. They do not have their own mayor or city council. Instead, the local county government handles services for them.

How Unincorporated Communities Work

People living in unincorporated areas still get important services. The county government provides things like police, fire protection, and road maintenance. They also handle zoning rules. This is different from cities, which have their own departments for these services.

Local Services and Governance

For residents of Hegeler, decisions about local services come from Bureau County. This can include things like how roads are built or where new buildings can go. People living here follow county laws and pay county taxes.

Where is Hegeler Located?

Hegeler is found in the northern part of Illinois. It is specifically in Bureau County. This area is known for its farming and quiet communities.

Geographic Details

Hegeler is situated east of Ladd. Ladd is a small village in Bureau County. The elevation of Hegeler is about 633 feet (193 meters) above sea level. This information helps us understand its exact spot on a map.

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