Island Grove, Sangamon County, Illinois facts for kids
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Island Grove, Illinois
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 Island Grove, Sangamon County, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Island Grove, Sangamon County, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Sangamon |
| Township | New Berlin |
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 217 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422842 |
Island Grove is a small, quiet place in Illinois, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, it's usually part of a larger area, like a township or county. The county government handles things like roads, police, and other services for these communities.
Why are some places unincorporated?
Sometimes, a community is too small to form its own government. Other times, the people living there might prefer to have the county manage things. This can save money and simplify how the area is run.
Where is Island Grove Located?
Island Grove is found in Sangamon County, which is in the state of Illinois. Specifically, it's part of New Berlin Township.
Getting to Island Grove
You can find Island Grove along County Route 1613. This road used to be known as Old Route 36. It's located about 2.7 miles (or 4.3 kilometers) west of a nearby town called New Berlin.
