List of places in Pennsylvania: D–E facts for kids

This page helps you explore different places in Pennsylvania, like cities, towns, and even smaller communities! It's like a big directory that tells you where each place is located and what its zip code is. This list focuses on places whose names start with the letters 'D' and 'E'.

What are "Places" in Pennsylvania?

In Pennsylvania, a "place" can be many things. It could be a big city like Philadelphia or Pittsburgh. It could also be a smaller town or even an "unincorporated community." An unincorporated community is a group of homes or businesses that isn't officially a city or town. Think of it as a neighborhood that doesn't have its own local government.

Counties: Pennsylvania's Building Blocks

Pennsylvania is divided into 67 large areas called counties. Each county has its own government and helps manage the areas within it. When you look at a map of Pennsylvania, you'll see these counties like puzzle pieces fitting together. Most places in Pennsylvania are located entirely within one county. However, some larger places, like Ellwood City, can actually stretch across two different counties!

Zip Codes: Helping Mail Find Its Way

Every place in the United States has a zip code. This is a special number that helps the postal service deliver mail to the right address. Think of it like a secret code for your neighborhood! Some places have just one zip code, while others, especially larger ones, might have a range of zip codes. This list shows the lowest and highest zip codes for each place. If a place doesn't have its own specific zip code, it might use the zip code of a nearby town.

Exploring Places Starting with 'D'

Many interesting places in Pennsylvania have names starting with 'D'. For example, Dallas is a borough in Luzerne County. A borough is a type of local government, often smaller than a city. Another example is Danville, located in Montour County. It's a historic town known for its iron industry.

You'll also find many "townships" on this list. A township is another type of local government that covers a larger rural area. For instance, Dallas Township is different from the borough of Dallas, even though they share a name and are in the same county.

Some places have unique names, like Dark Water in Schuylkill County. Others might have names that sound similar but are in different parts of the state, like Daisytown in Cambria County and another Daisytown in Washington County.

Discovering Places Starting with 'E'

The letter 'E' also brings up a variety of places. The city of Erie is a major city in Erie County, located right on Lake Erie. It's a very important port city!

You'll see places like Easton in Northampton County, which is known for its history and rivers. There are also many places that start with "East," like East Freedom in Blair County or East Petersburg in Lancaster County. These names often tell you that the place is located to the east of another, larger town.

Even smaller spots like Eighty Four in Washington County are included. This place has a very memorable name! Another interesting one is Elephant in Bucks County.

Why Are These Lists Important?

These lists are super helpful for understanding the geography of Pennsylvania. They help people:

• Find specific locations.
• Understand how different areas are organized within counties.
• Learn about the different types of communities in the state.
• Send mail correctly using zip codes.

It's like a giant index that helps us keep track of all the unique and interesting spots that make up the great state of Pennsylvania!