Odd, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location in West Virginia
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Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Raleigh |
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| • Total | 779 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
25902
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| GNIS feature ID | 1544325 |
Odd is a small community in Raleigh County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated place. This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the county. Odd is located along a stream called Tommy Creek. The community has a post office and homes spread out along the nearby roads.
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What is an Unincorporated Place?
An unincorporated place is a community that is not part of any city or town. It does not have its own mayor or city council. Instead, the county government provides services like roads and police. People living in unincorporated areas still follow state and county laws.
History of Odd
How Odd Got Its Name
The name of this community, "Odd," is quite unusual. It has caught the attention of many writers. The story goes that people living there were asked to think of an "odd" or unique name for their town. This led to the name "Odd" being chosen.
Location and Population
Odd is found in Raleigh County, West Virginia. West Virginia is a state in the eastern United States. According to the 2000 Census, about 779 people lived in Odd. The community uses the ZIP code 25902.
