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Mashantucket, Connecticut
Mashantucket, Connecticut is located in Connecticut
Mashantucket, Connecticut
Mashantucket, Connecticut
Location in Connecticut
Mashantucket, Connecticut is located in the United States
Mashantucket, Connecticut
Mashantucket, Connecticut
Location in the United States
Country  United States
State Connecticut
County New London
Town Ledyard
Area
 • Total 6.61 km2 (2.55 sq mi)
 • Land 6.61 km2 (2.55 sq mi)
 • Water 0.0 km2 (0 sq mi)
Elevation
40 m (140 ft)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 299
 • Density 45.2/km2 (117/sq mi)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP Code
06338 (Mashantucket)
Area code(s) 860/959
FIPS code 09-15840
GNIS feature ID 2633319

Mashantucket is a special area in the town of Ledyard, Connecticut. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is a place that the government counts for population, but it is not an official town or city.

Mashantucket is located in New London County. It is in the northeast part of Ledyard. This area is important because it is home to the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe.

What is Mashantucket?

Mashantucket is a unique area in Connecticut. It covers land owned by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe. This tribe is a Native American group. They have a long history in this region.

The area is mostly known for a very large resort. This resort is called Foxwoods Resort Casino. It is a popular place for visitors. It has hotels, restaurants, and entertainment.

Where is Mashantucket Located?

Mashantucket is found in the state of Connecticut. It is in the southeastern part of the state. The area is part of New London County.

It is specifically in the northeast section of the town of Ledyard. You can find Foxwoods Resort Casino along Connecticut Route 2. This road helps people get to the resort.

Population of Mashantucket

According to the 2010 census, Mashantucket had a population of 299 people. This number counts the people living in the census-designated place. Even though it is a small community, it is a very active place. Many people visit the resort each year.

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