Jordan, Texas facts for kids
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Jordan, Texas
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 Jordan, Texas
Location in Texas
Jordan, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Bastrop |
| Elevation | 436 ft (133 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 512 & 737 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1380013 |
Jordan is a small place in Bastrop County, Texas, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Services like roads and police are usually managed by the county government. This is different from a city, which has its own local rules and services.
Life in Jordan
Jordan is located in Bastrop County. This county is in the central part of Texas. People living in Jordan enjoy a quieter lifestyle. They are still close to bigger towns and cities in the area.
Schools in Jordan
Students living in Jordan go to schools managed by the Bastrop Independent School District. This school district serves many communities in Bastrop County. It provides education for students from elementary grades through high school.
