Sollitt, Illinois facts for kids
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Sollitt, Illinois
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 Sollitt, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Sollitt, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Kankakee |
| Township | Yellowhead |
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) |
| Population
(2000)
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| • Total | <100 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Postal code |
60401
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| Area code(s) | 815 |
Sollitt is a small, unincorporated community in Kankakee County, Illinois, United States. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it's usually managed by the county.
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Discovering Sollitt, Illinois
Sollitt is located in the state of Illinois. It is part of Kankakee County. This small community is found off Illinois Route 1 and County Line Road.
Where is Sollitt Located?
You can find Sollitt north of Grant Park. It is also south of Beecher. This makes it easy to find on a map of the area.
The History of Sollitt
Sollitt was founded a long time ago. It was established in 1853. This means it has been around for over 170 years!
Who Founded Sollitt?
The community was founded by a person named John Sollitt. He bought the land directly from the United States Government. This purchase helped start the community that carries his name today.
Sollitt's Population
Sollitt is a very small community. It has fewer than 100 people living there. This makes it a quiet place to live.
