Ruyle Township, Jersey County, Illinois facts for kids
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Ruyle Township
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Location in Jersey County
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Jersey County's location in Illinois
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Jersey |
| Established | November 5, 1878 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 28.25 sq mi (73.2 km2) |
| • Land | 28.24 sq mi (73.1 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) 0.04% |
| Elevation | 535 ft (163 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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(2016)
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396 |
| • Density | 14.9/sq mi (5.8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
62052, 62054, 62063
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| FIPS code | 17-083-66482 |
Ruyle Township is a small community located in Jersey County, Illinois, United States. It is one of eleven townships in this county. A township is like a small local area, often with its own local government. In 2010, about 421 people lived here, and there were 162 homes.
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Exploring Ruyle Township's Location
Ruyle Township is found in the state of Illinois. It's part of Jersey County. The land area of the township is about 28.24 square miles. That's almost all land, with only a tiny bit of water.
Towns Nearby
Even though Ruyle Township is a small area, it includes one unincorporated town. This means it's a community that doesn't have its own separate local government.
Neighboring Townships
Ruyle Township shares its borders with several other townships. These are like its neighbors on a map.
- Rockbridge Township, Greene County (to the north)
- Western Mound Township, Macoupin County (to the northeast)
- Chesterfield Township, Macoupin County (to the east)
- Shipman Township, Macoupin County (to the southeast)
- Fidelity Township (to the south)
- Jersey Township (to the southwest)
Local Cemeteries
There are five cemeteries located within Ruyle Township. These are places where people are buried.
- Elliott Cemetery
- Kemper Cemetery
- Medora Cemetery
- Oakland Cemetery
- Pruitt Cemetery
Main Roads
The main road that goes through Ruyle Township is Illinois Route 267. This highway helps people travel to and from the area.
Who Lives in Ruyle Township?
In 2016, it was estimated that about 396 people lived in Ruyle Township. This number can change over time as people move in and out.
Schools in the Area
Children living in Ruyle Township attend schools in different school districts. A school district is a local area responsible for public schools.
- Greenfield Community Unit School District 10
- Jersey Community Unit School District 100
- Southwestern Community Unit School District 9
Images for kids
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Illinois Route 267 sign
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Ruyle para niños
