List of townships in Kansas facts for kids
The state of Kansas is divided into 105 large areas called counties. Inside these counties, there are 1,404 smaller areas known as townships. Think of it like a big puzzle, where the state is the whole picture, counties are the big pieces, and townships are the tiny pieces that make up each county. This system helps manage local government and services across the state.
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What are Townships?
Local Government Areas
Townships are small parts of a county, often covering about 36 square miles (about 93 square kilometers). They are used for local government, especially in rural areas. This means they help manage things like roads, fire protection, and sometimes even local elections.
Why Kansas Has Townships
Kansas uses townships because it's a way to organize land and services for people living outside of big cities. Many states in the central and eastern U.S. have townships. This system dates back to how the country was first settled and divided up.
How Counties and Townships Work Together
Counties: Bigger Pieces of the Puzzle
A county is a larger area within a state. Kansas has 105 counties, each with its own county seat (a main town or city where the county government is located). Counties handle bigger tasks like courts, law enforcement, and health services.
Townships: Closer to Home
Townships work alongside counties to provide services that are more local. For example, a township might take care of the roads that run right past your house, while the county handles the bigger highways. This helps make sure that local needs are met efficiently.
Exploring Kansas's Divisions
Kansas has many townships, each with its own name and history. Some townships are named after early settlers, natural features like rivers, or even famous battles. While the original list of townships is very long, it shows just how detailed the organization of the state is!
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Map of the United States with Kansas highlighted
See also
In Spanish: Anexo:Municipios de Kansas para niños
- List of counties in Kansas
- List of cities in Kansas
- List of unincorporated communities in Kansas
- List of census-designated places in Kansas
- List of ghost towns in Kansas
- Lists of places in Kansas
- Kansas locations by per capita income
- Kansas census statistical areas
- Kansas license plate county codes
