Olivet, Giles County, Tennessee facts for kids
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Olivet, Giles County,
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 Olivet, Giles County, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
Olivet, Giles County, Tennessee
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Giles |
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 931 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1315652 |
Olivet is a small place in Giles County, Tennessee, USA. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's managed by the larger county government.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have a mayor or its own city council. The services for the area, like roads and police, are usually provided by the county government. This is different from a city, which has its own local laws and services.
Where is Olivet Located?
Olivet is found in the northern part of Giles County, Tennessee. It's easy to reach because it's right along two important roads: U.S. Route 31 and State Route 7. If you travel about 6.5 miles (which is about 10.5 kilometers) north from the city of Pulaski, you'll find Olivet.
