Jamesburg, Illinois facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jamesburg
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Vermilion County's location in Illinois
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 Jamesburg
Location in Vermilion County, Illinois
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Illinois |
| County | Vermilion County |
| Township | Blount Township |
| Elevation | 682 ft (208 m) |
| ZIP code |
61865
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| GNIS feature ID | 0411031 |
Jamesburg is a small, quiet place in Illinois, United States. It's not a city or a town with its own local government. Instead, it's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and buildings that are part of a larger area, like a county or township, rather than having its own mayor or town council. Jamesburg is located in Vermilion County, within Blount Township.
Where is Jamesburg?
Jamesburg is found in the eastern part of Illinois. It's located at specific coordinates: 40 degrees, 15 minutes, 44 seconds North latitude and 87 degrees, 44 minutes, 56 seconds West longitude. This spot is about 682 feet (or 208 meters) above sea level. Being "unincorporated" means that local services, like roads and police, are usually managed by the county or township government.
