Otego, Kansas facts for kids
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Otego, Kansas
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 Otego, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Otego, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Jewell |
| Elevation | 1,795 ft (547 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-53500 |
| GNIS ID | 484588 |
Otego is a small, quiet community located in Jewell County, Kansas, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own city government. Instead, it is part of the larger county.
A Look Back: Otego's History
Otego once had its own post office. This is where people would send and receive mail. The post office first opened its doors in 1887. It served the community for many years. It helped people connect through letters and packages. However, the post office eventually closed in 1954.
Learning and Schools
The young people in Otego attend public schools. These schools are part of the Rock Hills USD 107 school district. This district provides education for students in the area.
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