Stockland, Illinois facts for kids
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Stockland, Illinois
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Iroquois County's location in Illinois
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 Stockland, Illinois
Location in Iroquois County, Illinois
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Illinois |
| County | Iroquois County |
| Township | Stockland Township |
| Elevation | 673 ft (205 m) |
| ZIP code |
60967
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| GNIS feature ID | 0419152 |
Stockland is a small place in Illinois, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and buildings that does not have its own local government. Instead, it is part of a larger area called Stockland Township in Iroquois County.
Where is Stockland Located?
Stockland is found in the eastern part of Illinois. Its exact location can be described using geographic coordinates. These are like an address on a map.
Understanding Coordinates
The coordinates for Stockland are 40°36′52″N 87°35′34″W / 40.61444°N 87.59278°W.
- The first part, 40 degrees, 36 minutes, 52 seconds North (40°36′52″N), tells us its latitude. This measures how far north of the Equator it is.
- The second part, 87 degrees, 35 minutes, 34 seconds West (87°35′34″W), tells us its longitude. This measures how far west of the Prime Meridian it is.
Elevation of Stockland
Stockland is located at an elevation of about 205 meters (673 feet) above sea level. This means it is not very high up, but it is also not at the lowest points on Earth.
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