Teasdale, Mississippi facts for kids
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Teasdale, Mississippi
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 Teasdale, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Teasdale, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Tallahatchie |
| Elevation | 308 ft (94 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38927
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| Area code(s) | 662 |
| GNIS feature ID | 686891 |
Teasdale is a small place in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Teasdale is about 6 miles (10 km) west of Enid and 9 miles (14 km) north of Charleston.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Teasdale doesn't have its own city government. Instead, it's usually managed by the county it's in. For Teasdale, that's Tallahatchie County. People living here still get services like police and fire protection. These services come from the county government.
Geography of Teasdale
Teasdale is located in the northern part of Mississippi. The area around Teasdale is mostly flat. It is part of the larger Mississippi Delta region. This region is known for its rich soil. It is also famous for its history of farming.
Nearby Towns and Cities
Teasdale is close to a few other places. Enid is a small community to the east. Charleston is a larger town to the south. These towns provide services and shops for people living in Teasdale.
Life in Tallahatchie County
Tallahatchie County is in the northwestern part of Mississippi. It's a rural area. This means there are more farms and open spaces than big cities. The county has two county seats: Charleston and Sumner. This is a unique setup where two towns share the role of being the main government centers.
