Provence, Oklahoma facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location in Oklahoma
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Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Carter |
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1100766 |
Provence is a small place located in Carter County, Oklahoma, in the United States. It's not a city or a town with its own local government. Instead, it's known as an "unincorporated community."
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live together, but it doesn't have its own official local government. This means it doesn't have a mayor, a city council, or its own police department like a city would.
How are Services Provided?
In places like Provence, the services that a city would normally provide are handled by the larger county government. For example, the county might be in charge of maintaining roads, providing police protection, and managing public schools.
Where is Provence Located?
Provence is found in the southern part of the state of Oklahoma, which is in the central United States. Oklahoma is known for its wide-open spaces and a mix of prairies and hills.
Carter County, Oklahoma
Provence is specifically located within Carter County. This county is in the south-central part of Oklahoma. The county seat, which is the main town where the county government operates, is Ardmore.
