Maxatawny, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Maxatawny, Pennsylvania
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Unincorporated community & CDP
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 Maxatawny, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Maxatawny, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Berks |
| Township | Maxatawny |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.10 sq mi (0.26 km2) |
| • Land | 0.10 sq mi (0.26 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 479 ft (146 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 130 |
| • Density | 1,287.13/sq mi (499.00/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
19538
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| Area code(s) | 610 and 484 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1180566 |
Maxatawny is a small community in Pennsylvania, United States. It is not a city or a town with its own government. Instead, it is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is part of a larger area called Maxatawny Township. Maxatawny is also a census-designated place. This means the U.S. Census Bureau counts its population separately for official records.
Maxatawny is located in Berks County. It sits right on U.S. Route 222, a main road. It is about five miles east of Kutztown. The speed limit on US 222 slows down to 35 miles per hour when you drive through the village. Maxatawny is also very close to Lehigh County.
The community is part of the Lehigh watershed. A small stream called Schaefer Run flows through Maxatawny. This stream eventually joins the Little Lehigh Creek. Maxatawny has its own post office, and its ZIP code is 19538.
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| 2020 | 130 | — | |
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What's in a Name? The Meaning of Maxatawny
The name "Maxatawny" comes from the name of the township it is in. The township was named Masatane. This name has historical roots, likely from a Native American language. It helps connect the community to its past.
A Look Back: Maxatawny's History
Maxatawny has a simple but interesting history. One important event was the establishment of its post office. The Maxatawny post office first opened its doors in 1829. This was a big step for the community. It meant people could send and receive mail more easily. This helped Maxatawny grow and connect with other places.
