Kings, Coles County, Illinois facts for kids
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Kings, Illinois
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 Kings, Coles County, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Kings, Coles County, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Coles |
| Elevation | 666 ft (203 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 217 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422879 |
Kings is a small place in Coles County, Illinois, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live close together, but it doesn't have its own official city hall or mayor. Instead, the area is governed by the larger county it's part of. For Kings, this means Coles County handles things like roads, police, and other services.
- No local government: Unlike a city, Kings doesn't have its own elected officials just for Kings.
- County services: The county government provides most of the public services.
- Community feel: Even without a formal government, these places often have a strong community spirit.
Where is Kings Located?
Kings is found in the eastern part of Illinois. It is located in Coles County. This county is in the central-eastern area of the state.
Kings is about 2.5 miles (4.0 km) northeast of a nearby town called Oakland. This helps us understand its exact spot on a map. Its coordinates are 39°40′45″N 87°59′07″W / 39.67917°N 87.98528°W. This is like its unique address on Earth. The elevation of Kings is 666 feet above sea level. This means how high it is compared to the ocean.
