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Jiba, Texas
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 Jiba, Texas
Location in Texas
Jiba, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Kaufman |
| Elevation | 413 ft (126 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1378497 |
Jiba (/ˈhiːbə/ HEE-bə) is a small place in Kaufman County, Texas. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is a group of homes or businesses that is not officially a town or city.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it does not have its own local government. Instead, it is usually managed by the larger county it is in. For Jiba, this means Kaufman County takes care of things like roads and public services.
How is it Different from a City?
- Cities and towns have their own mayors and city councils. They make their own local laws and collect local taxes.
- Unincorporated communities do not have these. They follow the rules and services set by the county.
Where is Jiba Located?
Jiba is found in the state of Texas, which is in the southern part of the United States. More specifically, it is located within Kaufman County. Kaufman County is east of Dallas, a very large city in Texas.
About Kaufman County
Kaufman County is a county in Texas. It has several cities and towns, but also smaller unincorporated areas like Jiba. The county government helps provide services to all its residents.
