Svea, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Svea
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Entering Svea
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Country | United States |
State | Minnesota |
County | Kandiyohi |
Township | Whitefield |
Elevation | 1,152 ft (351 m) |
Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
Area code(s) | 320 |
GNIS feature ID | 652868 |
Svea is a small, quiet place in Minnesota, United States. It's called an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city does. Svea is located in Kandiyohi County, within Whitefield Township. About 100 people live here, making it a very small community.
Exploring Svea
Svea is a tiny community, only about three blocks long. It's a peaceful place where you can get a feel for rural life.
What You'll See in Svea
At the very center of Svea, you'll find the Svea Lutheran Church. This church is an important landmark for the community. Most of the roads in Svea are dirt roads, giving it a rustic feel. However, County Road 11 is different; it's the main paved road that runs through the community.
Nature Around Svea
The area around Svea is mostly farmland. You'll see wide-open fields where crops are grown. There are also some small wooded areas and pretty lakes nearby. To the east of Svea, you'll find Big Kandiyohi Lake, which is a large body of water.
Nearby Towns
If you need to visit a bigger town, Willmar is the largest one close by. It's about 10 miles north of Svea. Willmar offers more services and shops than Svea.