Irby, Virginia facts for kids
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Irby, Virginia
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 Irby, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Irby, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Nottoway |
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1493126 |
Irby is a small place in Nottoway County, Virginia, in the United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially a town or city. It doesn't have its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
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Where is Irby, Virginia?
Irby is located in the state of Virginia. Virginia is on the east coast of the United States. Irby is specifically found within Nottoway County.
Irby's Location Details
Irby is about 371 feet above sea level. This means it's not very high up, but it's not right on the coast either. Its exact spot on a map can be found using coordinates: 37 degrees, 1 minute, 54 seconds North and 78 degrees, 2 minutes, 33 seconds West. These numbers help pinpoint its location anywhere in the world.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Irby is a place where people live, but it's not set up as its own official town or city. It doesn't have its own mayor or town council. Instead, the county government handles services like roads, police, and schools for everyone living there.
How Unincorporated Communities Work
- Local Services: Services are provided by the county.
- No Local Taxes: Residents pay county taxes, not separate town taxes.
- Sense of Community: Even without a formal government, these places often have a strong community feel.
