Shahan, West Virginia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Shahan
Unincorporated community
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Country	United States
State	West Virginia
County	Upshur
Elevation	2,028 ft (618 m)
Time zone	UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
GNIS ID	1555596

Shahan is a small place located in Upshur County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and people living together, but it doesn't have its own official local government like a city or town would. Instead, it's usually managed by the larger county government.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live close together, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council.

How They Are Governed

• People living in an unincorporated community like Shahan get their services from the county government. This includes things like roads, police, and fire protection.
• They don't pay city taxes because there is no city government. They only pay county and state taxes.
• These communities often grow around a specific landmark, like a crossroads or a general store.

Where is Shahan Located?

Shahan is found in Upshur County, which is in the state of West Virginia. West Virginia is a state in the eastern part of the United States.

Upshur County

• Upshur County is known for its beautiful natural areas.
• It has a mix of small towns and rural areas, where people live closer to nature.
• The county seat, which is like the main town where the county government is, is Buckhannon.

West Virginia

• West Virginia is often called the "Mountain State" because it has many mountains and hills.
• It's famous for its coal mining history and beautiful forests.
• The state offers many outdoor activities, like hiking, fishing, and whitewater rafting.